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Makydo ContourvsPraesidus A-5 UDT

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Contour
MakydoContour
A-5 UDT
PraesidusA-5 UDT
MSRP $645

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Contour37mm
A-5 UDT38mm
Power Reserve
Contour
A-5 UDT40h
Water Resistance
Contour30m
A-5 UDT200m
MSRP
Contour
A-5 UDT$645

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
37mm
38mm
Thickness
8.6mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Brown
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$645

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What people say

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Makydo Contour

Owners widely praise the Makydo Contour Carrara for its asymmetrical case shape and elegant, classy design, deeming it suitable for dressier and formal occasions. Some owners find the included leather strap more fitting for such events. Several commenters, however, question its value, stating it is too expensive at €587.39. On balance, owners appreciate the Makydo Contour's distinctive design, though a segment of the community finds the price point prohibitive.

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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