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Praesidus Rec SpecvsVaer Atlas

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Rec Spec
PraesidusRec Spec
MSRP $235
Atlas
VaerAtlas
MSRP $699

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Rec Spec38mm
Atlas38mm
Power Reserve
Rec Spec40h
Atlas40h
Water Resistance
Rec Spec100m
Atlas100m
MSRP
Rec Spec$235
Atlas$699

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Thickness
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Nylon NATO 38mm
Cream

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH36
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$235
$699

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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.

Vaer Atlas

The Vaer Atlas is widely praised as a versatile everyday watch, with its 100m water resistance and screw-down crown noted as key strengths. Owners appreciate the inclusion of both rubber and nylon straps. One owner found the orange dial color not precisely as expected. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Vaer Atlas a great value for its robust features and everyday wearability.

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