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Praesidus A-5 UDTvsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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A-5 UDT
PraesidusA-5 UDT
MSRP $645
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A-5 UDT38mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
A-5 UDT40h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
A-5 UDT200m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
A-5 UDT$645
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Blue
Bronze

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$645
$399

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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.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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