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Praesidus DD-45vsPraesidus Desert Field

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DD-45
PraesidusDD-45
MSRP $299
Desert Field
PraesidusDesert Field
MSRP $195

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
DD-4540mm
Desert Field34mm
Power Reserve
DD-4540h
Desert Field40h
Water Resistance
DD-45100m
Desert Field50m
MSRP
DD-45$299
Desert Field$195

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
34mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
OG
Red

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ameriquartz USA
Ronda 515

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$195

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What people say

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Praesidus DD-45

The Praesidus DD-45 is lauded for its detailed vintage-inspired design and solid finishing, with reviewers highlighting the impressive aged indices and hands on the "Patina" version and a well-finished 38mm steel case. Its 100-meter water resistance exceeds that of the original military watches, and the included leather strap is praised for its quality and vintage character, despite initial stiffness. One reviewer notes the Landeron movement exhibits jerky hand-winding. Overall, reviewers rate the Praesidus DD-45 highly for its faithful vintage aesthetic and robust build at its $900 price point.

Praesidus Desert Field

Praesidus Desert Field owners highlight its textured dial, with one specifically mentioning the Black Texture variant. On balance, owners find the Praesidus Desert Field appealing for its dial textures.

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