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Praesidus A-5 UDTvsStudio Underd0g The Manhattan

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A-5 UDT
PraesidusA-5 UDT
MSRP $645
The Manhattan
Studio Underd0gThe Manhattan
MSRP $1,000

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A-5 UDT38mm
The Manhattan39.5mm
Power Reserve
A-5 UDT40h
The Manhattan40h
Water Resistance
A-5 UDT200m
The Manhattan
MSRP
A-5 UDT$645
The Manhattan$1,000

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Casual
Diameter
38mm
39.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Blue
Standard

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Type
Automatic
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$645
$1,000

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What people say

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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.

Studio Underd0g The Manhattan

Studio Underd0g The Manhattan is widely praised for its captivating amber fumé sunray dial with a raised sapphire disc, creating unique depth and animation. Owners appreciate the comfortable 38mm cushion case and the tactile winding feel of the manual-wind Sellita SW210-1 movement. Some in the community note the dial's design elements are reminiscent of Fears. The watch offers 10atm water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Studio Underd0g The Manhattan highly for its distinctive dial and comfortable wearability.

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