Praesidus 38mm AutomaticvsTudor Ranger

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Praesidus 38mm Automatic at true scale

38mm Automatic

Tudor Ranger at true scale

Ranger

Diameter

38mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

45mm

n/a

Thickness

11mm

lowest

12mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

70h

MSRP

$269

n/a

Movement

Seiko NH35

MT5402

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
11mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
n/a
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
38mm Automatic
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
MT5402
Power Reserve
0h
70h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$269
n/a
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Praesidus 38mm Automatic

The Praesidus 38mm Automatic is described by owners as a "pretty bomber watch" with a preferred 38mm case size. One owner appreciates the proven Seiko NH35 movement and the 38mm diameter, though they note a 12.5mm thickness and find the dial's hands large. Overall, owners appreciate the 38mm Praesidus Automatic for its size and reliable movement.

From video reviewers

Sapphire crystal and 100m water resistance are noted strengths. Price is cited as a significant selling point. Reviewers disagree on the price point, with one stating it is sub-$200 and another at $299.

Tudor Ranger

Owners widely praise the Tudor Ranger for its rugged, worry-free versatility and clean dial legibility, with one owner noting it looks better with wear. Reviewers flag sharp case edges and dial typography as detracting from its appeal, while some owners find the painted markers and fauxtina dial less appealing than other collections or wish for a smaller case size. Accuracy ranges from +1/+2 to about -6 s/day. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Tudor Ranger's robust build and confident feel, with its clean dial and tool-like character being key strengths for many.

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