Benrus Watches DTU-2A/PvsPraesidus 38mm Automatic

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Benrus Watches DTU-2A/P at true scale

DTU-2A/P

Praesidus 38mm Automatic at true scale

38mm Automatic

Diameter

34mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

40.2mm

lowest

45mm

Thickness

10.9mm

lowest

11mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$990

$269

lowest

Movement

ETA 2671

Seiko NH35

Case

4 specs
Diameter
34mm
38mm
Thickness
10.9mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
40.2mm
45mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
38mm Automatic

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2671
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
38 hoursh
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$990
$269
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Benrus Watches DTU-2A/P

Owners widely appreciate the Benrus Watches DTU-2A/P for its faithful reissue of a classic field watch design, noting its legible sterile matte black dial, sandblasted stainless steel case, and improved water resistance with a screw-down crown. Reviewers highlight its authentic proportions and historical appeal, with some owners finding the 34mm size to be a great fit and praising the legibility from the AR-coated, double-domed sapphire crystal. However, some owners find the 34mm case too small, and one owner reports unacceptable accuracy. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Benrus Watches DTU-2A/P highly for its historical accuracy and legible field watch design at the price.

Praesidus 38mm Automatic

The Praesidus 38mm Automatic is described by owners as a "pretty bomber watch" with a preferred 38mm case size. One owner appreciates the proven Seiko NH35 movement and the 38mm diameter, though they note a 12.5mm thickness and find the dial's hands large. Overall, owners appreciate the 38mm Praesidus Automatic for its size and reliable movement.

From video reviewers

Sapphire crystal and 100m water resistance are noted strengths. Price is cited as a significant selling point. Reviewers disagree on the price point, with one stating it is sub-$200 and another at $299.