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Praesidus A-11 Spec 2 AmeriquartzvsVario Futurist

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A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz
PraesidusA-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz
MSRP $215
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz38mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz40h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz50m
Futurist100m
MSRP
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz$215
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
Brown
Purple

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Ameriquartz USA
Miyota 9039
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$215
$648

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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 Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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