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Praesidus A-5 UDT
Ref. P-38-UDT-BLRSG · Diver
Case
- Diameter
- 38mm
- Lug width
- 20mm
- Material
- 316L Stainless Steel
- Water resistance
- 200m
Crystal & dial
- Crystal
- Domed Sapphire
- Dial colour
- Blue
Movement
- Caliber
- Miyota 9015
- Type
- Automatic
- Hacking
- No
- Hand-winding
- No
- Complications
- Time only
Miyota
Miyota's premium automatic caliber positioned as a Japanese alternative to the ETA 2824-2 and Sellita SW200-1. The 9015 adds hacking, hand-winding, and a smoother 28,800 vph beat rate over the budget 8215. Its thinner profile and higher jewel count make it a favorite among microbrands seeking a reliable mid-range movement that punches above its price point.
Design language
- Case shape
- round
- Dial style
- matte
- Bezel
- fixed
- Bracelet
- rubber
- Hands
- baton
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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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