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Ikepod Chronopod C001vsPraesidus Arctic Field

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Chronopod C001
IkepodChronopod C001
MSRP $853
Arctic Field
PraesidusArctic Field
MSRP $195

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chronopod C00144mm
Arctic Field34mm
Power Reserve
Chronopod C00140h
Arctic Field40h
Water Resistance
Chronopod C00150m
Arctic Field50m
MSRP
Chronopod C001$853
Arctic Field$195

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
44mm
34mm
Thickness
12mm
9.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Gray

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63
TMI VH-31 Meca-Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$853
$195

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What people say

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Ikepod Chronopod C001

The Ikepod Chronopod C001 is praised for its exceptional case finishing and unique, design-driven aesthetic, offering significant dial depth for its price. Owners find it comfortable despite its 44mm size, with one noting it as a welcome return for the brand. However, some question its value at $340, citing the quartz movement and non-Swiss manufacturing as drawbacks, and prototypes featured large date numerals that drew criticism. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Ikepod Chronopod C001 for its distinctive design and quality finishing at its price point, though value perception varies.

Praesidus Arctic Field

The Praesidus Arctic Field is noted for its good readability and a faux patina that suits its style, with a blue anti-reflective coating on the sapphire crystal being a welcome detail. One reviewer highlights its 38mm titanium case with a brushed finish and 11.35mm thickness as well-crafted and elegant. On balance, reviewers find the Praesidus Arctic Field to be a readable and well-finished field watch.

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