Cooper Watches A-11 1940s WWII Pattern Military with 100mvsPraesidus Service

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Measurements

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Cooper Watches A-11 1940s WWII Pattern Military with 100m at true scale

A-11 1940s WWII Pattern Military with 100m

Praesidus Service at true scale

Service

Diameter

38mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

45mm

n/a

Thickness

11.5mm

n/a

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$304

$259

lowest

Movement

Automatic

Seiko NH35

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
11.5mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$304
$259
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Reviews

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Cooper Watches A-11 1940s WWII Pattern Military with 100m

Owners widely appreciate the Cooper Watches A-11 1940s WWII Pattern Military Watch (Automatic) with 100m Water Resistance for its exceptional legibility and plain, easy-to-read design. Some owners note its smaller 38mm case size as a positive, offering a unique, sentimental, and functional wear compared to modern pieces. One owner reports the watch loses approximately six seconds per hour, while another highlights the charm of worn chromium plating exposing base metal. Overall, owners rate the Cooper Watches A-11 1940s WWII Pattern Military Watch (Automatic) with 100m Water Resistance highly for its vintage aesthetic and clear dial.

Praesidus Service

Owners widely report issues with Praesidus customer service, citing slow response times and unresolved problems. One owner noted the domed glass offers vintage distortion and the unbranded dial appeals to history buffs, but experienced jumpy hand sensitivity when setting the time. Another owner reported a scratchy crown and rotor issues that persisted after warranty service, followed by a locked crown. On balance, owners express significant dissatisfaction with customer service and product reliability, overshadowing any positive design elements.

From video reviewers

The 38mm case size is a strength for those preferring smaller watches. The dial may show slight discoloration or unevenness in finish.

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