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Praesidus A-11 Spec 2 AmeriquartzvsGrand Seiko SBGV239

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A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz
PraesidusA-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz
MSRP $215
SBGV239
Grand SeikoSBGV239
MSRP $3,100

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz38mm
SBGV23940mm
Power Reserve
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz40h
SBGV23940h
Water Resistance
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz50m
SBGV239100m
MSRP
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz$215
SBGV239$3,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.2mm
Lug Width
18mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Brown
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ameriquartz USA
9F82

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$215
$3,100

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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 SBGV239

The Grand Seiko SBGV239 is widely praised for its superb timekeeping from the 9F Quartz movement and its excellent finishing, which exceeds expectations. Owners highlight the dial's ability to pop even in poor lighting and its deep blue color that can appear black. The watch's 40mm diameter is also frequently cited as a positive attribute for wearability. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGV239 highly for its exceptional finishing and the precise timekeeping of its 9F Quartz movement.

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