Which is cheaper, the Aigi Watches Royal Danish Air Force or the HELM Miyako?

At MSRP the HELM Miyako is the cheaper of the two at $375, against $858 for the Aigi Watches Royal Danish Air Force — a $483 gap before any retailer discounting.

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Aigi Watches Royal Danish Air Force

MSRP $858

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MSRP $375

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The measurements

Sized up.

Catalogue photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimetre scale.

Royal Danish Air Force

Miyako

Diameter

Across the case, crown excluded.

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

The number that decides fit.

n/a

47mm

Thickness

How it sits under a cuff.

11.3mm

lowest

13.8mm

Water Resistance

Rated in metres, not marketing.

200m

Power Reserve

How long it runs off the wrist.

n/a

42h

MSRP

Sticker price, new.

$858

$375

lowest

Movement

What drives the hands.

Sellita SW200-1

Automatic

Spec

Royal Danish Air Force

Miyako

Case

3 specs

Thickness

11.25mm

13.75mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47mm

Lug Width

n/a

22mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

n/a

Double-Domed

AR Coating

n/a

Yes

Dial Color

n/a

Gray

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW200-1

n/a

Power Reserve

42h

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$858

$375

What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side.

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Aigi Watches Royal Danish Air Force

The Aigi Royal Danish Air Force is appreciated for its unique antenna dome dial, which one owner finds thematically linked to the seconds hand and evocative of looking out an airplane window. Owners note its on-paper specifications and value for the price. However, some find its 43mm case size and 49mm lug-to-lug measurement chunky, and there is uncertainty about Aigi's quality due to a lack of online reviews and videos. On balance, owners rate the Aigi Royal Danish Air Force as a decent option for its price, primarily due to its unique dial design.

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HELM Miyako

HELM Miyako owners widely praise its exceptional value and quality, with multiple reports highlighting its stunning appearance and dial details. The watch is noted for its excellent accuracy, with figures around +1.5 to +2 seconds per day. One owner found the HELM Miyako to be tough and versatile, fitting well on a 6.6-inch wrist. Overall, owners consider the HELM Miyako an amazing value and a great watch, worth the wait for its availability.

From video reviewers

Case and dial finishing are praised as competitive with high-end brands. The 200m ISO certification is a strong feature. The included NATO strap is stiff and uncomfortable.

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