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Praesidus Type H-75vsOrient AA08 Diver Watch

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Type H-75
PraesidusType H-75
MSRP $245
AA08 Diver Watch
OrientAA08 Diver Watch
MSRP $390

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Type H-7539mm
AA08 Diver Watch41.8mm
Power Reserve
Type H-7540h
AA08 Diver Watch40h
Water Resistance
Type H-75100m
AA08 Diver Watch200m
MSRP
Type H-75$245
AA08 Diver Watch$390

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
39mm
41.8mm
Thickness
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Grey

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63 Meca-Quartz
F6922
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$245
$390

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What people say

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Praesidus Type H-75

The Praesidus Type H-75 is praised for its mid-century pilot chronograph style and approachable $245 price point, featuring a utilitarian 38mm stainless steel case with a gear-toothed bezel and an attractive aged dial texture with raised Arabic numerals. However, the "sapphire coated" mineral crystal and divisive mustard-yellow lume on brushed hands are noted drawbacks. One reviewer found the oversized crown made daily winding a tactile pleasure. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Praesidus Type H-75 highly for its successful capture of vintage pilot chronograph aesthetics at an accessible price.

Orient AA08 Diver Watch

Owners view the Orient AA08 Diver Watch as a capable weekend and vacation timepiece, with confidence in its availability through gray market sellers. The watch is noted for its pleasing wrist presence. On balance, owners find the Orient AA08 Diver Watch to be a satisfying choice for casual wear.

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