Praesidus A-11 OriginvsRatio Quest (Lewis and Clark Edition)
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Measurements
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A-11 Origin
Quest (Lewis and Clark Edition)
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Thickness
n/a
9.1mm
Water Resistance
100m
100m
MSRP
$195
$120
lowest
Movement
Ronda 763
VX42
Case
2 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Praesidus A-11 Origin for its excellent wearability and the satisfying feel of its bezel clicks, which are noted for perfect alignment. One owner reported the Praesidus Tom Rice A-11 felt cheaply made. Overall, owners rate the Praesidus A-11 Origin highly for its satisfying bezel action and alignment.
Ratio Quest (Lewis and Clark Edition) owners praise its sapphire crystal, good lume on the hands, and the detailed engraving on the caseback, including the "Pi" logo on the second hand. The watch features a quartz movement and 100m water resistance. Some owners consider its Singaporean origin a downside post-purchase, while others highlight its value at £41 with accurate timekeeping from the quartz movement. Overall, owners rate the Ratio Quest (Lewis and Clark Edition) highly for its surprising lume and detailed caseback engraving at its price point.
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