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Praesidus Desert FieldvsSpinnaker Fleuss

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Desert Field
PraesidusDesert Field
MSRP $195
Fleuss
SpinnakerFleuss
MSRP $179

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Desert Field34mm
Fleuss43mm
Power Reserve
Desert Field40h
Fleuss40h
Water Resistance
Desert Field50m
Fleuss150m
MSRP
Desert Field$195
Fleuss$179

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
34mm
43mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
Lug Width
18mm
22mm
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Red
Lumber Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Ronda 515
SII NH35A
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$195
$179

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What people say

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Praesidus Desert Field

Praesidus Desert Field owners highlight its textured dial, with one specifically mentioning the Black Texture variant. On balance, owners find the Praesidus Desert Field appealing for its dial textures.

Spinnaker Fleuss

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss for its retro design, textured dial, and good value, with many noting it looks better in person than in photos. The watch is appreciated for its robust construction and finishing, especially when found at a discount. Some owners report good timekeeping and a decent power reserve. However, the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT is criticized by some for its large case size, which can affect proportions and numeral legibility. One owner experienced a broken crown after a fall, while another noted concerns about the acrylic bezel's durability. The lume is described as adequate but not exceptional. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss highly for its retro aesthetic and value proposition, particularly when purchased on sale.

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