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A 1944 A-11 Closely Re-edited
We've gotten as close as we could to the original 1944 A-11 we purchased as a benchmark. You'll notice that our Type 44 and, the vintage A-11 do not have a second hand counter-balance. A-11s originally did but ours had its own broken off during its lifetime. A mark of its age, we decided to keep that lack of counter-weight for absolute authenticity.
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Tom Rice Hand-Painted Dial Edition
Description
This watch is built on the same rugged platform as the original Praesidus A-11 Tom Rice; a field-tested design inspired by the WWII spec worn by U.S. servicemen. But this edition carries something more.
Each dial is hand-painted by British artist Matt Anderson, based on Tom Rice’s personal account of his D-Day jump into Normandy. The scene captures the descent, the shoreline, and the chaos of June 6, 1944, a moment that shaped history and gave birth to Praesidus.
To achieve the right tone and durability, we tested multiple paint types, layering techniques, and protective finishes. The result is a dial that blends art and function, built to last and designed to honor.