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Henry Archer TidslinjevsPraesidus Service Watch

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Tidslinje
Henry ArcherTidslinje
MSRP $5,699
Service Watch
PraesidusService Watch
MSRP $259

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tidslinje40mm
Service Watch42mm
Power Reserve
Tidslinje40h
Service Watch40h
Water Resistance
Tidslinje200m
Service Watch100m
MSRP
Tidslinje$5,699
Service Watch$259

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Field
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Material
Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Grey
Green

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9122
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,699
$259

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What people say

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Henry Archer Tidslinje

Owners widely praise the Henry Archer Tidslinje for its superb build quality, captivating dial designs, and comfortable wearability, with many highlighting its 40mm size and 12.1mm thickness as very wearable. The triple date function is appreciated for its utility and collection variety, and the beads of rice bracelet is frequently noted for its comfort and quality. Accuracy figures vary, with some owners reporting +/- 2-4 seconds per day and others around 10-15 seconds per day as advertised. Some owners find the day/month indicators and the numbering for days of the week to be tiny and hard to read, and the black bezel is considered disproportionately large and cosmetic by some. One owner noted disappointment that a micro-adjust clasp is no longer offered on the Lunaris model. Overall, owners rate the Henry Archer Tidslinje highly for its captivating design and excellent value for money.

Praesidus Service Watch

Owners widely praise the Praesidus Service Watch for its 38mm size and solid build quality, with the domed crystal providing vintage distortion and the unbranded dial appealing to history enthusiasts. However, owners report jumpy hand sensitivity when setting the time. One owner experienced a scratchy crown and a noisy rotor on their DD-45, which persisted after warranty service and eventually led to the crown locking mid-way. Concerns about slow customer service and a negative reputation for Praesidus's support are also noted by owners. On balance, owners appreciate the vintage aesthetic and wearability of the Praesidus Service Watch, though persistent customer service issues temper enthusiasm.

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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