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Praesidus Rec SpecvsSeiko Prospex Land Mechanical

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What people say

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Praesidus Rec Spec

The Praesidus Rec Spec features a textured dial and applied luminous numerals, with a mix of case finishes. One owner notes the recessed 4 o'clock crown can be difficult to operate. On balance, owners rate the Praesidus Rec Spec positively for its charming homage design and textured dial.

Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical for its unique style, useful day-date complication, and value, with some finding it suitable as a one-watch-for-all-occasions. Accuracy and durability are noted as strengths, with one owner reporting good performance even in water submersion. However, multiple owners criticize its size, with figures around 41mm to 43mm and 14.4mm thickness being flagged as too large and thick for smaller wrists. The Hardlex crystal and a potentially loose inner compass bezel are also points of criticism. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical highly for its unique style and value, despite concerns over its substantial dimensions.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Rec Spec38mm
Prospex Land Mechanical39.5mm
Power Reserve
Rec Spec
Prospex Land Mechanical72h
Water Resistance
Rec Spec100m
Prospex Land Mechanical200m
MSRP
Rec Spec$235
Prospex Land Mechanical$995

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
39.5mm
Thickness
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.4mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Nylon NATO 38mm
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH36
Seiko 6R55
Power Reserve
0h
72h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$235
$995
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