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Introduction

On May 16, 2026, PRAESIDUS, an American military watch brand, is set to unveil two new watch collections that draw heavily from historical designs while incorporating modern technology. The first is the DD-45, a reimagining of the legendary “Dirty Dozen” watches from World War II, and the second is the Arctic Field, a robust field watch designed for extreme cold environments.

The DD-45: Reviving a WWII Legend

The DD-45 pays homage to the original military timepieces supplied to British forces in 1945, meticulously preserving the historical design traits while modernizing its features. This model boasts a highly visible black dial, a railway minute track, and small seconds subdial, encapsulating the essence of traditional military aesthetics. However, advancements such as a water resistance of 10 ATM, a screw-down crown, and a double-dome sapphire-coated crystal set it apart in today's market.

Powered by an Ameriquartz movement made in the USA, the DD-45 ensures excellent precision and ease of maintenance. With a 38mm case, it strikes a balance between classic military watch styling and contemporary wearability. This model stands as a quintessential military piece that marries historical significance with practical functionality.

Price: ¥71,500 (incl. tax)

The Arctic Field: Evolution of the Field Watch

The Arctic Field represents a new era in field watch design, taking inspiration from the popular Jungle Field collection. It has been specifically adapted for visibility and practicality in extreme cold environments, maintaining its vintage-inspired 34mm size. The watch features a high-contrast dial available in white, blue, and ice blue, embodying various military themes.

Equipped with the TMI VH31 meca-quartz movement, the Arctic Field blends the precision of quartz with the sweeping second-hand motion reminiscent of mechanical watches. The rugged design includes a sandblasted case, 5 ATM water resistance, and a sapphire-coated mineral crystal. Rooted in Vietnam War-era military field watches, this new model emphasizes reliability in frigid conditions.

Price: ¥49,500 (incl. tax)

PRAESIDUS: Merging History with Modern Performance

Since its inception in 2019, PRAESIDUS has captured attention for reinterpreting historic military timepieces for contemporary consumers. With a commitment to high-quality manufacturing that occurs in Phoenix, USA, and an emphasis on supporting veterans and military history preservation, the brand distinguishes itself in the competitive watch market. Both the Arctic Field and DD-45 resonate deeply with PRAESIDUS's philosophy of creating dependable watches for challenging environments, despite being rooted in different historical contexts.

Release Information

These new models will be available starting May 16, 2026, at H°M’S” WatchStore locations in Omotesando and Osaka. General sales will commence online at the H°M’S” WatchStore official website from May 25, 2026.

Product Details

DD-45

• - Model: P-40-DDN-MDGR-BKSG
• - Diameter: 40mm
• - Height: 46.5mm
• - Thickness: 11.5mm
• - Material: 316L Stainless Steel
• - Glass: Double-Dome Sapphire Coated K1 Glass
• - Water Resistance: 10 ATM
• - Movement: Ameriquartz 70200A

Arctic Field

• - Models:

- P-34-AF-MW-OFRK1
- P-34-AF-SLB-OFRK1
- P-34-AF-MDBL-OFRK1

• - Diameter: 34mm
• - Height: 41.5mm
• - Thickness: 9.4mm
• - Material: 316L Stainless Steel
• - Glass: Anti-reflective Sapphire Coated Mineral Glass
• - Water Resistance: 5 ATM
• - Movement: Meca Quartz VK31

Retail Locations

• - H°M’S” WatchStore Omotesando
• - H°M’S” WatchStore Osaka
• - H°M’S” WatchStore Online Store (hms-watchstore.com)

Contact Information

Store Name: H°M’S” WatchStore Omotesando
Address: 4-4-9-1F, Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Phone Number: 03-6438-9321