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Ikepod Seapod S003vsPraesidus DD-45

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Seapod S003
IkepodSeapod S003
MSRP $1,566
DD-45
PraesidusDD-45
MSRP $299

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seapod S00346mm
DD-4540mm
Power Reserve
Seapod S00340h
DD-4540h
Water Resistance
Seapod S003200m
DD-45100m
MSRP
Seapod S003$1,566
DD-45$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
46mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
OG
Lume
Yes
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Ameriquartz USA
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,566
$299

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What people say

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Ikepod Seapod S003

The Ikepod Seapod S003 features a unique pixelated dial and applied hour plots, housing a Miyota 9039 movement. Owners note the strap can attract lint. The watch is priced at $1,795 USD, though its gripless bezel and fixed strap limit practical dive functionality. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Ikepod Seapod S003's distinctive design as its primary appeal.

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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