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Praesidus Rec SpecvsSeiko 5 Sports SKX series Heritage Design Re-creation Limited Edition

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Rec Spec
PraesidusRec Spec
MSRP $235

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Rec Spec38mm
5 Sports SKX series Heritage Design Re-creation Limited Edition38.2mm
Power Reserve
Rec Spec40h
5 Sports SKX series Heritage Design Re-creation Limited Edition41h
Water Resistance
Rec Spec100m
5 Sports SKX series Heritage Design Re-creation Limited Edition100m
MSRP
Rec Spec$235
5 Sports SKX series Heritage Design Re-creation Limited Edition$440

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Sport
Diameter
38mm
38.2mm
Thickness
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.7mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
Dial Color
Nylon NATO 38mm
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH36
4R36
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$235
$440

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Praesidus Rec Spec

The Praesidus Rec Spec features a textured dial and applied luminous numerals, with a mix of case finishes. One owner notes the recessed 4 o'clock crown can be difficult to operate. On balance, owners rate the Praesidus Rec Spec positively for its charming homage design and textured dial.

Seiko 5 Sports SKX series Heritage Design Re-creation Limited Edition

The Seiko 5 Sports SKX series Heritage Design Re-creation Limited Edition is praised for its faithful recreation of the 1968 original, featuring a 39mm case and vintage dial details. Reviewers note its comfortable bracelet and heritage-inspired design, with one calling it heritage-inspired Seiko at its best. The $450 MSRP is considered reasonable. However, the 4 o'clock crown placement can be challenging for setting the time, and some enthusiasts may find the case finishing does not meet their expectations. On balance, reviewers rate the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series Heritage Design Re-creation Limited Edition highly for its authentic vintage design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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