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Fears Arnos (Blue)vsPraesidus A-5 UDT

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Arnos (Blue)
FearsArnos (Blue)
MSRP $4,604
A-5 UDT
PraesidusA-5 UDT
MSRP $645

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arnos (Blue)30.8mm
A-5 UDT38mm
Power Reserve
Arnos (Blue)40h
A-5 UDT40h
Water Resistance
Arnos (Blue)30m
A-5 UDT200m
MSRP
Arnos (Blue)$4,604
A-5 UDT$645

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
30.8mm
38mm
Thickness
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW1000-1b
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,604
$645

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What people say

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Fears Arnos (Blue)

The Fears Arnos (Blue) is lauded for its striking blue galvanic dial with a hobnail surround and Roman numerals, housed in a vintage-inspired 33.5mm rectangular stainless steel case measuring 8.4mm in thickness. Reviewers note the convenience of its automatic Sellita SW1000-1b movement, which offers a 46-hour power reserve. On balance, reviewers praise the Fears Arnos (Blue) for its distinctive dial and slim, wearable case.

Praesidus A-5 UDT

The Praesidus A-5 UDT is noted for its historically inspired design, featuring an oversized crown cap and chain that pays homage to WW2 canteen watches. Reviewers highlight its functional dial with embossed, Super-LumiNova filled numerals and markers for legibility, alongside 200m water resistance and a 38mm brushed stainless steel case. Some owners find the 11.7mm thickness problematic, describing it as disproportionately tall. The watch's ana/digi functionality and connection to special operations forces are also praised. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Praesidus A-5 UDT for its unique historical design elements and functional dial.

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