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Praesidus DD-45 Hangar MidnightvsVaer Dirty Dozen (40mm)

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DD-45 Hangar Midnight
PraesidusDD-45 Hangar Midnight
MSRP $875
Dirty Dozen (40mm)
VaerDirty Dozen (40mm)
MSRP $199

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
DD-45 Hangar Midnight40mm
Dirty Dozen (40mm)36mm
Power Reserve
DD-45 Hangar Midnight40h
Dirty Dozen (40mm)40h
Water Resistance
DD-45 Hangar Midnight100m
Dirty Dozen (40mm)100m
MSRP
DD-45 Hangar Midnight$875
Dirty Dozen (40mm)$199

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Pilot
Field
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
9.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
48mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Sand-Distressed Leather
40mm

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ameriquartz USA
Miyota 2035

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$875
$199

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What people say

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Praesidus DD-45 Hangar Midnight

The Praesidus DD-45 Hangar Midnight is lauded for its unique, two-year-developed "Patina" dial, designed to authentically mimic aging on indices and hands, with reviewers highlighting its 38mm stainless steel case as ideal for wearability and its vintage aesthetic. Reviewers note solid finishing and a well-made leather strap, alongside a robust 100-meter water resistance. However, the "A-11" caseback engraving is seen by some as a departure from strict authenticity, and the lume is less bright than anticipated due to the aging treatment. The Swiss Landeron L24 movement's hand-winding action is described as jerky. On balance, reviewers find the Praesidus DD-45 Hangar Midnight a compelling vintage-inspired watch, primarily due to its unique dial development and wearable case size.

Vaer Dirty Dozen (40mm)

The Vaer Dirty Dozen (40mm) is praised for its nice case design and thin profile, making it wear flat. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Dirty Dozen (40mm) highly for its comfortable wearability due to its thin case.

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