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Praesidus C-47 D-day - Aluminum PatinavsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina
PraesidusC-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina
MSRP $550
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina38mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina40h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina100m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
C-47 D-day - Aluminum Patina$550
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Thickness
11mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
38mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
C-47 D-Day - Aluminum Patina
Bronze

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$550
$399

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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.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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