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Geckota Ocean-Scout Dive WatchvsPraesidus A-5 UDT

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Ocean-Scout Dive Watch
GeckotaOcean-Scout Dive Watch
MSRP $375
A-5 UDT
PraesidusA-5 UDT
MSRP $645

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ocean-Scout Dive Watch38.5mm
A-5 UDT38mm
Power Reserve
Ocean-Scout Dive Watch40h
A-5 UDT40h
Water Resistance
Ocean-Scout Dive Watch200m
A-5 UDT200m
MSRP
Ocean-Scout Dive Watch$375
A-5 UDT$645

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
38mm
Thickness
11.8mm
Lug Width
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
White
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$375
$645

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What people say

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Geckota Ocean-Scout Dive Watch

The Geckota Ice White is praised for its elegant design, featuring a hand-polished German lacquer dial with art-deco numerals and a case with a textural contrast between polished and brushed finishes. Reviewers note its 100-meter water resistance, though one would prefer a screw-down crown over the push-pull version, and the ETA-7001 movement is described as reliable but dated. On balance, the Geckota Ice White is well-regarded for its refined aesthetics and finishing at its price point.

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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