Draken Tugela - Double DrabvsWilliam Wood Valiant
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Measurements
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Tugela - Double Drab
Valiant
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
lowest
49mm
Thickness
14mm
lowest
15mm
Water Resistance
300m
highest
100m
MSRP
n/a
$820
Movement
Seiko NH35
Seiko NH35
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Draken Tugela - Double Drab's 13.5mm thickness is considered lean, and its 42mm case size is appealing to one user who nonetheless would prefer a larger 44/45mm model. Overall, owners rate the Draken Tugela - Double Drab highly for the brand owner's positive engagement.
William Wood The Watch is praised for its fun, well-themed packages and unique design elements inspired by historical and heroic themes. Reviewers note impressive finishing and functional collector's boxes. One model features a 41mm stainless steel case and a Sellita SW510 movement with a 48-hour power reserve, while another has a 42mm bronze case with striking red accents. Design inspirations include fire alarm-themed exhibition casebacks, fire engine dashboard sub-dials, ship's engine order telegraph dials, and NYC skyline casebacks. On balance, William Wood The Watch is a well-finished, thematically rich offering for enthusiasts.
The case finishing is praised for its unique use of upcycled firefighting materials. The price is considered high relative to the movement specifications.
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