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Ikepod Chronopod C001vsPraesidus Desert Field

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Chronopod C001
IkepodChronopod C001
MSRP $853
Desert Field
PraesidusDesert Field
MSRP $195

At a glance

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

Full specifications

Case

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

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Red

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63
Ronda 515

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 Desert Field

Praesidus Desert Field owners highlight its textured dial, with one specifically mentioning the Black Texture variant. On balance, owners find the Praesidus Desert Field appealing for its dial textures.

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