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Praesidus Rec SpecvsHelgray Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda

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Rec Spec
PraesidusRec Spec
MSRP $235
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda
HelgraySuperfast Automatic - Silver Panda
MSRP $799

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Rec Spec38mm
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda40mm
Power Reserve
Rec Spec40h
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda40h
Water Resistance
Rec Spec100m
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda100m
MSRP
Rec Spec$235
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda$799

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Nylon NATO 38mm
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH36

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$235
$799

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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.

Helgray Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda

The Helgray Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda is praised for its attractive, timeless panda aesthetic and value, featuring a reliable Seiko VK64 mecaquartz movement and sapphire crystal. However, its wearability is described as bulky and boxy, the lume is disappointing, lasting only 5-10 minutes, and the chronograph pusher action is slightly stiff. On balance, owners appreciate the Helgray Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda for its appealing panda dial and value proposition.

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