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Geckota Chronotimer Sports EditionvsPraesidus A-5 UDT

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Chronotimer Sports Edition
GeckotaChronotimer Sports Edition
MSRP $499
A-5 UDT
PraesidusA-5 UDT
MSRP $645

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chronotimer Sports Edition41.5mm
A-5 UDT38mm
Power Reserve
Chronotimer Sports Edition40h
A-5 UDT40h
Water Resistance
Chronotimer Sports Edition100m
A-5 UDT200m
MSRP
Chronotimer Sports Edition$499
A-5 UDT$645

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
41.5mm
38mm
Thickness
12.35mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.8mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Maroon
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$645

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What people say

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Geckota Chronotimer Sports Edition

The Geckota Maroon Red strap is considered decent with good colors by one owner, but the red stripes are too thick and the lines are too close together, and it is also noted as being too long with "meh" colors compared to other options. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Geckota Maroon Red strap to be a functional accessory with some aesthetic drawbacks.

From video reviewers

The polished and brushed steel case finishing is a shared strength. The hand-wound mechanical chronograph movement is also a consistent point. No shared weaknesses were identified.

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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