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Makydo Mystic BluevsPraesidus DD-45

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Mystic Blue
MakydoMystic Blue
DD-45
PraesidusDD-45
MSRP $299

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Mystic Blue38mm
DD-4540mm
Power Reserve
Mystic Blue
DD-4540h
Water Resistance
Mystic Blue50m
DD-45100m
MSRP
Mystic Blue
DD-45$299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
Lug Width
27mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Blue
OG

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Ameriquartz USA
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299

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What people say

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Makydo Mystic Blue

Owners widely praise the Makydo Mystic Blue for its aesthetic appeal, impeccable finishing on the case and bracelet, and its sunburst dial. The 38mm size is noted to wear comfortably, closer to 39mm. Some owners report the clasp takes time to get used to for smooth operation.

Praesidus DD-45

The Praesidus DD-45 is lauded for its detailed vintage-inspired design and solid finishing, with reviewers highlighting the impressive aged indices and hands on the "Patina" version and a well-finished 38mm steel case. Its 100-meter water resistance exceeds that of the original military watches, and the included leather strap is praised for its quality and vintage character, despite initial stiffness. One reviewer notes the Landeron movement exhibits jerky hand-winding. Overall, reviewers rate the Praesidus DD-45 highly for its faithful vintage aesthetic and robust build at its $900 price point.

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