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Praesidus Neptune 44vsOrient Symphony III

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Neptune 44
PraesidusNeptune 44
MSRP $550
Symphony III
OrientSymphony III
MSRP $240

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Neptune 4444mm
Symphony III41.6mm
Power Reserve
Neptune 4440h
Symphony III40h
Water Resistance
Neptune 44200m
Symphony III50m
MSRP
Neptune 44$550
Symphony III$240

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
44mm
41.6mm
Thickness
12.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m
Caseback
Solid
Display

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Mineral
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Patina
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
F6722
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$550
$240

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What people say

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Praesidus Neptune 44

The dial details and historical elements, including fragments from Iwo Jima battlefield relics, are praised. The bracelet exhibits rattle. Reviewers disagree on the use of faux patina on the dial.

Orient Symphony III

Owners widely praise the Orient Symphony III for its exceptional value, noting its sub-$150 price tag belies a polished case and classic design with modern overtones that make it appear more expensive. The dial is described as simple, elegant, and effective, and the time-setting action is smooth. However, the included bracelet is flagged as flimsy and squeaky, prompting recommendations for aftermarket straps. Accuracy is a point of concern for some, with one owner reporting sporadic timekeeping ranging from +10 seconds per day to as much as 83 seconds over 48 hours. Overall, owners rate the Orient Symphony III highly for its impressive value and elegant design, despite the noted bracelet and accuracy issues.

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