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Praesidus Jungle Field A-11 JFAvsSeiko Essentials Solar

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Jungle Field A-11 JFA
PraesidusJungle Field A-11 JFA
MSRP $550
Essentials Solar
SeikoEssentials Solar
MSRP $375

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jungle Field A-11 JFA34mm
Essentials Solar30.5mm
Power Reserve
Jungle Field A-11 JFA40h
Essentials Solar40h
Water Resistance
Jungle Field A-11 JFA50m
Essentials Solar
MSRP
Jungle Field A-11 JFA$550
Essentials Solar$375

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
34mm
30.5mm
Thickness
6.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
37.7mm
Lug Width
18mm
12mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
Splash Resistant

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
Dial Color
Dark Brown Leather
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
TMI VH-31 Meca-Quartz
V115

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$550
$375

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What people say

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Praesidus Jungle Field A-11 JFA

The Praesidus Jungle Field A-11 JFA is praised for its modern interpretation of a classic military field watch, featuring a 38mm sandblasted case, double-domed sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance. It is powered by a Miyota 9039 movement with a 42-hour power reserve, and its accuracy is rated at -10/+30 seconds per day, though reviewers note it often runs more accurately in practice. The watch presents a no-nonsense dial with vintage-style lume and Arabic numerals, retailing for $550. On balance, reviewers find the Praesidus Jungle Field A-11 JFA offers vintage charm and solid specifications at its price point.

Seiko Essentials Solar

Owners find the Seiko Essentials Solar a beautiful and lightweight daily wear, particularly for its value on the grey market. One owner noted the 41mm size did not appear large in person. A single owner reported an orange stripe on a stopwatch button detached due to heat. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Solar highly for its attractive aesthetic and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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