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Praesidus DD-45vsZelos Blacktip 200m Ti

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

DD-45
PraesidusDD-45
MSRP $299
Blacktip 200m Ti
ZelosBlacktip 200m Ti
MSRP $599

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
DD-4540mm
Blacktip 200m Ti41mm
Power Reserve
DD-4540h
Blacktip 200m Ti40h
Water Resistance
DD-45100m
Blacktip 200m Ti200m
MSRP
DD-45$299
Blacktip 200m Ti$599

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
41mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
OG
Aventurine

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Ameriquartz USA
Miyota 9015
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$599

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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.

Zelos Blacktip 200m Ti

Owners widely praise the Zelos Blacktip 200m Ti for its value, titanium construction, and unique dial options, with many appreciating its comfortable 41mm size and angled lugs. The Miyota 9015 movement is noted for its dual lume and smooth winding, while the bezel action is described as having firm clicks with a slight return. Some owners find the metal bracelet uncomfortable, preferring alternative straps, and one dislikes the font used on the GMT variant. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Blacktip 200m Ti highly for its striking design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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