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Praesidus A-11 Spec 2 AmeriquartzvsGrand Seiko SBGP015

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A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz
PraesidusA-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz
MSRP $215
SBGP015
Grand SeikoSBGP015
MSRP $3,800

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz38mm
SBGP01540mm
Power Reserve
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz40h
SBGP01540h
Water Resistance
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz50m
SBGP015200m
MSRP
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz$215
SBGP015$3,800

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
12.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.1mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Brown
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ameriquartz USA
9F85

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$215
$3,800

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What people say

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Praesidus A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz

Owners praise the Praesidus A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz as a sturdy, versatile tool watch at $215 USD, noting its precise Ameriquartz movement. However, some owners report unpolished lugs, random timekeeping errors ranging from 5-15 minutes off, premature battery death, and difficulties with battery replacements and customer service. The canvas strap is also noted as being very long, and the crystal is sapphire-coated K1 mineral. On balance, owners find the Praesidus A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz a capable daily beater despite these specific concerns.

Grand Seiko SBGP015

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko SBGP015 for its stupendous, substantial, and classy versatility, with reviewers noting the dial print is exceptionally sharp, casting shadows under light. The Grand Seiko 9F85 quartz movement is lauded for its excellent timekeeping, with one owner purchasing it as a grab-and-go option. The watch is listed for £1900. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGP015 highly for its sharp dial print and the accuracy of its 9F85 quartz movement.

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