Melbourne Watch Company LonsdalevsPraesidus 42mm Automatic
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Measurements
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Lonsdale
42mm Automatic
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
45mm
Thickness
12mm
11mm
lowest
Water Resistance
50m
100m
highest
Power Reserve
40h
n/a
MSRP
$294
$269
lowest
Movement
Seiko NH35
Seiko NH35
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Melbourne Watch Company Lonsdale for its excellent finishing and quality, with particular appreciation for the appealing blue sunray dial and the wearability of the rose gold case. One owner notes the watch arrived in a wooden display case with a leather interior, and another highlights the sophistication offered by the stainless steel bracelet. The navy leather strap is also mentioned as a complement to the blue hands. On balance, owners rate the Melbourne Watch Company Lonsdale highly for its overall quality and versatile design at its price point.
Owners widely report Praesidus field watches are nicely made. Reviewers note the Seiko NH35 movement is an option. One owner finds the recessed 4 o'clock crown historically accurate but difficult to operate. The khaki lume is criticized by one reviewer. Overall, owners and reviewers find Praesidus field watches to be well-made for the price.
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