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Praesidus Rec SpecvsSpinnaker Croft

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Rec Spec
PraesidusRec Spec
MSRP $235
Croft
SpinnakerCroft
MSRP $219

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Rec Spec38mm
Croft40mm
Power Reserve
Rec Spec40h
Croft40h
Water Resistance
Rec Spec100m
Croft150m
MSRP
Rec Spec$235
Croft$219

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Nylon NATO 38mm
Elemental

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH36
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$235
$219

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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.

Spinnaker Croft

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Spinnaker Croft for its vibrant dial colors, chunky hands and bezel, and overall value, with one owner noting the Miyota 8218 movement and cyclops as appreciated features. Reviewers flag the bracelet and clasp as budget-friendly limitations, citing friction-fit pins, sharp edges, and a stiff security lock. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Spinnaker Croft highly for its accessible skeletonized dive watch aesthetic and appealing design at its price point.

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