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Praesidus C-47 D-day - Aluminum PatinavsPhoibos Argo Bronze

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C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina
PraesidusC-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina
MSRP $550
Argo Bronze
PhoibosArgo Bronze
MSRP $499

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina38mm
Argo Bronze40.5mm
Power Reserve
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina40h
Argo Bronze40h
Water Resistance
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina100m
Argo Bronze200m
MSRP
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina$550
Argo Bronze$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
38mm
40.5mm
Thickness
11mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
48mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
C-47 D-Day - Aluminum Patina
Green
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$550
$499

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What people say

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Praesidus C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina

The Praesidus C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina is praised for its 38mm diameter and its dial, crafted from actual C-47 airplane doors, offering a unique patina and historical context. Reviewers note its utilitarian, vintage military aesthetic, enhanced by a sandblasted stainless steel case and acrylic crystal. The watch is equipped with a Miyota 9039 movement, 100m water resistance, and Super-LumiNova for visibility. Accuracy is rated at -10/+30 seconds per day, with a 42-hour power reserve. On balance, reviewers highlight the Praesidus C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina's historical dial as its most compelling feature, transforming a potentially divisive material into a unique selling point.

Phoibos Argo Bronze

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Argo Bronze for its appealing design, natural patina development, and the smooth sweep of its Miyota 9015 movement. One owner highlights the watch as a "wearable piece of art," appreciating its color combinations and overall feel. The included band is noted as a good fit for narrow wrists. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Argo Bronze highly for its aesthetic appeal and the quality of its movement.

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