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Praesidus Rec SpecvsSpinnaker Wreck Automatic

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Rec Spec
PraesidusRec Spec
MSRP $235
Wreck Automatic
SpinnakerWreck Automatic
MSRP $189

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Rec Spec38mm
Wreck Automatic44mm
Power Reserve
Rec Spec40h
Wreck Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Rec Spec100m
Wreck Automatic200m
MSRP
Rec Spec$235
Wreck Automatic$189

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
38mm
44mm
Thickness
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Nylon NATO 38mm
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH36
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$235
$189

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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 Wreck Automatic

The Spinnaker Wreck Automatic is widely praised for its exceptional value, featuring a distressed finish on its aluminum bezel and etched dial. Owners consistently highlight the excellent bezel and crown action, with one owner noting it surpasses that of many higher-end watches. The 43mm steel case is water-resistant to 100 meters and houses a Seiko NH-35 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Wreck Automatic highly for its impressive build quality and tactile feel at its price point.

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