Meridiano Watches Lost AstronautvsPraesidus 38mm Automatic
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Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.
Lost Astronaut
38mm Automatic
Diameter
40.5mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.3mm
45mm
lowest
Thickness
11.3mm
11mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
41h
n/a
MSRP
$370
lowest
$680
Movement
Seiko NH38
Seiko NH35
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Meridiano Watches Lost Astronaut is praised for its bold, colorful, and amazing dial with creative lume application. Owners express strong desire and satisfaction with the aesthetic, with one builder noting appreciation for the case's match with the dial and oversized hands. The watch is described as a custom build using parts from various sources. Overall, owners rate the Meridiano Watches Lost Astronaut highly for its unique and exciting dial design.
Owners widely praise the Praesidus 38mm Automatic as a "pretty bomber watch" and appreciate its 38mm size and proven Seiko NH35 movement. One owner notes the watch contains actual sand from Utah Beach and is considering strap options. However, one owner dislikes the dial's large hands and notes the 12.5mm thickness. Overall, owners rate the Praesidus 38mm Automatic highly for its unique historical connection and wearability in a 38mm case.
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