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Orient Star Modern SkeletonvsPraesidus DD-45

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Orient Star Modern Skeleton

The Orient Star Modern Skeleton's 70-hour power reserve and silicon escape wheel are highlighted as key strengths. No shared weaknesses were identified across the reviews.

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.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Modern Skeleton41mm
DD-4540mm
Power Reserve
Modern Skeleton50h
DD-45
Water Resistance
Modern Skeleton100m
DD-45100m
MSRP
Modern Skeleton$600
DD-45$299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Mechanical
Field
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46.5mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
White
OG

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Orient F6F44
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
50h
0h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$600
$299
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