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Ikepod Chronopod C001vsPraesidus DD-45

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Chronopod C001
IkepodChronopod C001
MSRP $853
DD-45
PraesidusDD-45
MSRP $299

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chronopod C00144mm
DD-4540mm
Power Reserve
Chronopod C00140h
DD-4540h
Water Resistance
Chronopod C00150m
DD-45100m
MSRP
Chronopod C001$853
DD-45$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
44mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
OG

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63
Ameriquartz USA

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$853
$299

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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 DD-45

The Praesidus DD-45 is lauded for its detailed vintage-inspired design and solid finishing, with reviewers highlighting the impressive aged indices and hands on the "Patina" version and a well-finished 38mm steel case. Its 100-meter water resistance exceeds that of the original military watches, and the included leather strap is praised for its quality and vintage character, despite initial stiffness. One reviewer notes the Landeron movement exhibits jerky hand-winding. Overall, reviewers rate the Praesidus DD-45 highly for its faithful vintage aesthetic and robust build at its $900 price point.

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