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Praesidus A-11 Spec 2 AmeriquartzvsVario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz
PraesidusA-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz
MSRP $215
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
Vario1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
MSRP $218

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz38mm
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40mm
Power Reserve
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz40h
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40h
Water Resistance
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz50m
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz50m
MSRP
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz$215
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz$218

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
41mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Brown
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ameriquartz USA
Miyota 2070/2170

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$215
$218

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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.

Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz for its superb case finishing, legibility, and premium look, with its 40mm size proving comfortable for many wrists. Reviewers highlight its incredible value at $198, featuring a Miyota solar quartz movement and polished chamfers adding unexpected style. Some owners note the lume is poor and the 50-meter water resistance is limited, while others desire a big date complication not supported by the solar movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz highly for its excellent finishing and value proposition.

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