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Astor + Banks ChronovsPraesidus DD-45

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Chrono
Astor + BanksChrono
MSRP $575
DD-45
PraesidusDD-45
MSRP $299

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono44mm
DD-4540mm
Power Reserve
Chrono40h
DD-4540h
Water Resistance
Chrono100m
DD-45100m
MSRP
Chrono$575
DD-45$299

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
44mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
OG

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 5050.B
Ameriquartz USA

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$575
$299

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What people say

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Astor + Banks Chrono

Owners widely praise the Astor + Banks Chrono for its sporty design, wrist-friendly 38.5mm size, and enthusiast-friendly price starting at $525. One reviewer notes the date numeral is consistently half in shadow due to deep-set placement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Chrono highly for its design and value at the price point.

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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