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Praesidus Neptune 44vsKUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-012

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Neptune 44
PraesidusNeptune 44
MSRP $550
ROYAL SMITH 90-012
KUOEROYAL SMITH 90-012

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Neptune 4444mm
ROYAL SMITH 90-01237mm
Power Reserve
Neptune 4440h
ROYAL SMITH 90-01245h
Water Resistance
Neptune 44200m
ROYAL SMITH 90-01250m
MSRP
Neptune 44$550
ROYAL SMITH 90-012

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
44mm
37mm
Thickness
14.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Patina
Navy

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
TMI NE86A
Power Reserve
40h
45h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$550

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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.

KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-012

Owners widely praise the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-012 for its elegant 37mm size and symmetrical bicompax layout, with the silver dial described as "insane" and highly readable. The chronograph pushers are noted for their crisp action and satisfying reset. However, reviewers flag the 14.3mm thickness as chunky for the case size, and one owner finds the date window difficult to read due to its small size and deep setting. The TMI NE86A movement offers a 45-hour power reserve and accuracy between +25 and -15 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the KUOE ROYAL SMITH 90-012 highly for its retro charm and attractive dial options at its price point.

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