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Praesidus Rec SpecvsTissot Heritage 1938

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Rec Spec
PraesidusRec Spec
MSRP $235
Heritage 1938
TissotHeritage 1938
MSRP $925

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Rec Spec38mm
Heritage 193839mm
Power Reserve
Rec Spec40h
Heritage 193838h
Water Resistance
Rec Spec100m
Heritage 193850m
MSRP
Rec Spec$235
Heritage 1938$925

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
39mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Nylon NATO 38mm
Anthracite
Indices
Applied
Arabic

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH36
11 1/2'''
Power Reserve
40h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$235
$925

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What people say

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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.

Tissot Heritage 1938

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot Heritage 1938 for its stunning vintage-inspired design and excellent value, particularly as a COSC-certified automatic under $1000. The dial's ability to catch light and subtly change colors, along with rosy gold numerals, is a frequent highlight. The watch uses a chronometer-certified ETA 2824-2 movement, though its 38-hour power reserve is noted as less than some contemporary offerings. Some owners find the 39mm case size appears larger on the wrist, with a desire for smaller options. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Heritage 1938 highly for its charming retro aesthetics and impressive chronometer movement at an accessible price point.

From video reviewers

The most attainable Swiss chronometer is a key strength. Reviewers did not agree on any weaknesses.

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