Newmark 52 FieldvsPraesidus Jungle Field A-11 JFV
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Measurements
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52 Field
Jungle Field A-11 JFV
Diameter
38mm
34mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
n/a
Thickness
10.5mm
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
highest
50m
MSRP
$299
$195
lowest
Movement
Seiko VH31A
Seiko VH31
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Newmark 52 Field for its legibility and lume, embodying the ideal field watch with a comfortable 38mm case and 100m water resistance. One owner noted a crystal imperfection that Newmark promptly repaired. Another owner reported their watch stopped running shortly after arrival. The Newmark 52 Field features heat-blued hands and a sapphire crystal. Overall, owners rate the Newmark 52 Field highly for its field watch characteristics and responsive customer service for repairs.
The Praesidus Jungle Field A-11 JFV is praised for its modern take on a classic military design, featuring a well-proportioned 38mm sandblasted steel case and 100m water resistance. It is powered by a Miyota 9039 automatic movement, which is rated for accuracy between -10/+30 seconds per day and offers a 42-hour power reserve. The watch includes a no-date dial with beige Super-LumiNova and a double-domed sapphire crystal. On balance, reviewers highlight the Praesidus Jungle Field A-11 JFV as a well-proportioned field watch offering vintage charm at a $550 price point.
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