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The inspiration comes from the M1919 bullet. We offer a choice as some were worried that the 3D caseback would dig into the wrist. Rest assured, we've had only positive feedback about the 3D caseback ever-since we've delivered the first orders!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch comes in a limited edition wooden Humidor Cigar Box  - a subtle reference to Vince's favorite hobby. 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Credited with 16.25 Aerial Victories, Bud is the highest scoring living ace of the USAF currently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn collaboration with Bud Anderson,, we've developed the A-2 Bud based off the watches he'd used throughout his career. Featuring a degrade black dial, the scheme is paired with patina indexes \u0026amp; hands for an enhanced vintage effect. Super Luminova has been applied to guarantee low-light visibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe caseback is probably one of our most complex work yet. On top you'll find a small serialized disc of actual P-51D Mustang metal donated to us. Below, we've engraved Bud's \"Old Crow\" P-51D. Signed by the man himself, the watch harbors both the legacy of the pilot \u0026amp; plane behind last living \"WW2 Triple Ace\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeaturing a flat sapphire crystal \u0026amp; 5 ATM water-resistance, the A-2 Bud is built to carry this legend's story through time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Praesidus","offers":[{"title":"TMI NH35 Automatic","offer_id":40170630905959,"sku":"PBA-36-SB-B1","price":349.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Swiss-Made Soprod P024 Automatic","offer_id":40170630938727,"sku":"PBA-36-SB-B","price":595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0279\/1361\/7511\/files\/a-2-bud-anderson-limited-edition-986038.png?v=1763733575"},{"product_id":"a-2-diz-laird","title":"A-2 Diz Laird Limited Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe A-2 Diz Laird Limited Edition pays hommage to the \"Ace of Two Oceans\" Dean Diz Laird. A US Navy Pilot, he flew both the F4F Wildcat \u0026amp; F6F Hellcat above the Atlantic \u0026amp; Pacific Oceans. 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The applied indexes feature a clean white luminous that gives a modern, sleek look to the watch while not losing sight of the original 1960s design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe 38mm case size combined with the 4-Hour integrated crown placement provides excellent wearability in all conditions - whether in or off the field. 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Featuring a brand new Khaki Brown coloration inspired by the traditional military color schemes, this dial brings a bit of freshness to the collection while keeping close to the original field watch aesthetic. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 38mm case size combined with the 4-Hour integrated crown placement provides excellent wearability in all conditions - whether in or off the field. The integrated crown design also serves to protect it from getting pulled out inadvertently while reducing the overall wrist presence. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowered by a workhorse NH36 TMI movement with 39-hours of power reserve, hacking \u0026amp; a day-date complication just like the original 1960s versions. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Praesidus","offers":[{"title":"Sand Distressed Leather","offer_id":40256101908583,"sku":"P-38-KTW-RBRK1","price":295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Beads of Rice","offer_id":40754400297063,"sku":"P-38-KTW-BORK1","price":355.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Brown Leather","offer_id":40192694911079,"sku":"P-38-KTW-BRCK1","price":295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Tropic Rubber","offer_id":40192694878311,"sku":"P-38-KTW-BTRK1","price":295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black Canvas","offer_id":40192694845543,"sku":"P-38-KTW-BCK1","price":295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0279\/1361\/7511\/files\/rec-spec-khaki-brown-562461.png?v=1747223578"},{"product_id":"pac-76-bonklip","title":"PAC-76 Bonklip","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe PAC-76 is a revival of the now by-gone era of military analog chronographs. Its distinct over-sized 12 and 6 indexes are both a legibility choice as well as a 70s aesthetic choice ; the last decade of mechanical chronograph dominance. Our design pays homage to the bi-compax chronographs used mainly by the USAF \u0026amp; RAF. Back then, pilots would use the chrono function as a calculation tool on the fly for speed, fuel consumption and navigation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeaturing increased the legibility through the use of varying textures, the PAC-76 is a modernized take on the original layout. Both debossed sub-dials have gotten a Vinyl texture while the main dial uses a popcorn texture reducing the risk of confusion when glancing at the watch. With embossed indexes as well, there’s plenty of volume to increase legibility.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Bonklip Bracelet is a curious combo - who thought a 1940s field bracelet would work so well on a 70s military chrono? Well it definitely does. The Bonklip is ultra light and features a flexible fit thanks to its construction that just make sense for a field watch. Its shiny finishing works well with the case of the PAC-76 providing both a more field \u0026amp; elegant look.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Praesidus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40312911134823,"sku":"P-38-P76-MB-BKK1","price":310.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0279\/1361\/7511\/files\/pac-76-bonklip-930980.png?v=1747223576"},{"product_id":"utah-beach-a-11-black","title":"UTAH Beach A-11 - Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Utah Beach A-11 was developed as a unique commemoration piece for the 80th Anniversary of D-Day. Made with sand we collected at UTAH BEACH on June 6th 2023, the dial is meant to represent the entire operation's area of D-Day. Made in collaboration with the UTAH BEACH LANDING MUSEUM, we will donate upwards of 30 watches to WW2 Veterans in attendance at the 80th Anniversary of D-Day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe top \"color\" dial's cut is in the shape of the Normandy coast where all 5 original D-Day Landing Beaches were situated: UTAH, OMAHA, GOLD, JUNO \u0026amp; SWORD. These 5 landing areas are also marked accurately on the dial providing a full overview of the operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the indexes, we've gone with a pretty creative approach. The top half of the dial has been punched through letting the sand shine through and act as the indexes. For the bottom half, we've used a transparent dial on which we've printed solid indexes. For the black dial, this means there is no luminous within the paint. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the caseback, as part of the commemoration, w\u003cspan\u003ee’ve added a US Military M1 helmet \u0026amp; a “Czech Hedgehog”. 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Made in collaboration with the UTAH BEACH LANDING MUSEUM, we will donate upwards of 30 watches to WW2 Veterans in attendance at the 80th Anniversary of D-Day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe top \"color\" dial's cut is in the shape of the Normandy coast where all 5 original D-Day Landing Beaches were situated: UTAH, OMAHA, GOLD, JUNO \u0026amp; SWORD. These 5 landing areas are also marked accurately on the dial providing a full overview of the operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the indexes, we've gone with a pretty creative approach. The top half of the dial has been punched through letting the sand shine through and act as the indexes. For the bottom half, we've used a transparent dial on which we've printed solid indexes. For the Green dial, this means there is very little luminous within the paint. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the caseback, as part of the commemoration, w\u003cspan\u003ee’ve added a US Military M1 helmet \u0026amp; a “Czech Hedgehog”. 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Its dial is crafted from authentic black volcanic sand collected from Iwo Jima, showcasing its natural black-brown hues through a clean and minimal layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverlaying this historic backdrop, we designed a transparent disc featuring an orange printed battle map, highlighting key events and movements from the intense five-week conflict.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStaying true to its military heritage, the Victory Sands Orange retains key design cues from the original US A-11 Mil-Spec Watches while being powered by a Built-in-USA Ameriquartz Movement, ensuring both historical authenticity and modern reliability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Praesidus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51793214701934,"sku":"P-38-IWO-A-BTRK1","price":320.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0279\/1361\/7511\/files\/victory-sands-orange-556559.png?v=1747223553"},{"product_id":"iwo-jima-a-11-victory-sands-creme","title":"Victory Sands Cream","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Victory Sands Cream military field watch was designed to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima, honoring the bravery and sacrifice of the Marines who fought. 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The centerpiece of this edition is the “Higgins” Blue dial, \u003cstrong\u003emade using real sand collected from UTAH BEACH \u003c\/strong\u003eand symbolically representing the broader scope of the D-Day operation. \u2028\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe cutout on the upper dial is shaped to mirror the coastline of Normandy, where the five original D-Day landing beaches UTAH, OMAHA, GOLD, JUNO, and SWORD were located. Each landing site is marked precisely on the dial, providing a detailed visual tribute to the operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the indexes, we took a creative approach: the top half of the dial is punched through, allowing the sand beneath to shine through and serve as natural markers. On the bottom half, a transparent layer carries printed solid indexes. On this Higgins Blue dial variant, these printed indexes contain great white luminous material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe caseback features a stylized depiction of one of the most iconic images from D-Day, an homage to the courage and sacrifice shown on June 6th, 1944. 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Its matte bead-blasted case finish offers a stealthy, non-reflective profile ideal for field use, delivering a purposeful tool-watch feel without excess weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"878\" data-start=\"602\"\u003eThis dial came to be on the back of the success of our Jungle Field OG-107 limited edition. Featuring a mix of yellow lume and, a textured drab green dial bringing some creativity into a very classic service watch. We've kept the design's DNA of clear legibility in any condition thanks to the contrast and, the heavily lumed indexes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1226\" data-start=\"880\"\u003eSized at 38mm and fitted with a 4-Hour integrated crown for added protection, the Rec Spec EX wears slim and secure on-wrist, whether you’re deployed or desk-bound. 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Its matte bead-blasted case finish offers a stealthy, non-reflective profile ideal for field use — delivering a purposeful tool-watch feel without excess weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"878\"\u003eThis OG Sunray dial is as close as we can get to the 1960s version. A beautiful mix of pure functionality \u0026amp; dress watch elegance thanks to the italicized indexes, working to provide clear legibility in any condition. As a subtle nod to originals, the applied indexes are filled with green luminous paint reminiscent of the original tritium glow, minus the radiation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003eSized at 38mm and fitted with a 4-Hour integrated crown for added protection, the Rec Spec EX wears slim and secure on-wrist, whether you’re deployed or desk-bound. Inside ticks the reliable \u003cstrong data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003eNH36 TMI automatic movement\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering 39 hours of power reserve, hacking seconds, and a day-date complication true to the original mission-ready spec.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Praesidus","offers":[{"title":"Nylon NATO","offer_id":52226410873198,"sku":"P-38-RSTI-DGY-BRNK1","price":355.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sand Leather","offer_id":52226410905966,"sku":"P-38-RSTI-DGY-RBRK1","price":355.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0279\/1361\/7511\/files\/rec-spec-ex-og-sunray-3048840.jpg?v=1752933138"},{"product_id":"rec-spec-ex-ti-gray","title":"Rec Spec EX - Ti Gray","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"600\" data-start=\"281\"\u003eThe Rec Spec EX retains the rugged DNA of the original MACV-SOG-inspired platform but is reimagined in ultra-light, corrosion-resistant \u003cstrong data-end=\"437\" data-start=\"417\"\u003eGrade 2 Titanium\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its matte bead-blasted case finish offers a stealthy, non-reflective profile ideal for field use, delivering a purposeful tool-watch feel without excess weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"600\" data-start=\"281\"\u003eSpecifically on this light gray \"titanium\" dial, we've took the experimenting a step further by applying luminous paint directly onto the dial for extreme visibility in low-light conditions. Pushing the boundaries of stealth vs. readibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"878\" data-start=\"602\"\u003eThe minimalist dial is stripped back for pure functionality; no gloss, no frills, just clear legibility in any condition. 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