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Praesidus DD-45vsZelos Nova 37

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DD-45
PraesidusDD-45
MSRP $299
Nova 37
ZelosNova 37
MSRP $899

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
DD-4540mm
Nova 3737mm
Power Reserve
DD-4540h
Nova 3740h
Water Resistance
DD-45100m
Nova 3750m
MSRP
DD-45$299
Nova 37$899

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
37mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
OG
Salmon

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Ameriquartz USA
ETA 7001
Type
Quartz
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$899

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What people say

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Praesidus DD-45

The Praesidus DD-45 is lauded for its detailed vintage-inspired design and solid finishing, with reviewers highlighting the impressive aged indices and hands on the "Patina" version and a well-finished 38mm steel case. Its 100-meter water resistance exceeds that of the original military watches, and the included leather strap is praised for its quality and vintage character, despite initial stiffness. One reviewer notes the Landeron movement exhibits jerky hand-winding. Overall, reviewers rate the Praesidus DD-45 highly for its faithful vintage aesthetic and robust build at its $900 price point.

Zelos Nova 37

Owners widely praise the Zelos Nova 37's spectacular 37mm dimensions and extremely light, thin wearability. The meteorite dial is frequently highlighted as a captivating feature, though some reviewers suggest simpler indices would improve legibility over the Arabic numerals. The watch is considered a considerable value at $1,999. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Nova 37 highly for its excellent dimensions and dial execution at the price.

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