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Praesidus C-47 D-day - Aluminum PatinavsKUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

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C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina
PraesidusC-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina
MSRP $550
SOMBRERO 90-011
KUOESOMBRERO 90-011
MSRP $980

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina38mm
SOMBRERO 90-01138mm
Power Reserve
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina40h
SOMBRERO 90-01142h
Water Resistance
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina100m
SOMBRERO 90-011200m
MSRP
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina$550
SOMBRERO 90-011$980

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Thickness
11mm
12.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
45.5mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
C-47 D-Day - Aluminum Patina
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$550
$980

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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.

KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

Owners widely praise the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 for its stunning dials, blued hands, and quality finishing, with many highlighting its great value and vintage-inspired aesthetic. The comfortable jubilee bracelet and excellent lume are frequently mentioned positives. One owner notes the watch is "pretty thick in regards to height," and another points out minor criticism regarding the handset finish and crown edges, with indices and handset sharing a similar color that can obscure visibility. The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 utilizes a Miyota 9039 movement, with reported accuracy ranging from -10 to +30 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 highly for its attractive design and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011's vintage-inspired dial and hands are a strong point, with reviewers noting their aesthetic appeal. The watch's design is also praised for its uniqueness, with one reviewer calling it "design perfection." However, the relatively short 40-hour power reserve of the MIYOTA Cal.9039 automatic movement is a notable weakness.

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