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Praesidus Rec SpecvsVaer Calendar Field

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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.

Vaer Calendar Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Calendar Field for its excellent value, citing its clean WWII-inspired dial, thin 8.5mm to 9.5mm case, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance. The dial and hand design are consistently highlighted as phenomenal, with case finishing described as next-level for the price, featuring nice brushing. Some owners note the second hand does not perfectly align with markers, and the stock silicone strap attracts lint. One owner found the lume only serviceable and wished the date window was brighter. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Calendar Field highly for its exceptional dial design and case finishing at its price point.

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Rec Spec38mm
Calendar Field36mm
Power Reserve
Rec Spec
Calendar Field
Water Resistance
Rec Spec100m
Calendar Field100m
MSRP
Rec Spec$235
Calendar Field$189

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
36mm
Thickness
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Nylon NATO 38mm
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH36
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$235
$189
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