Archimede Watches Pilot ChronographvsGlycine Airpilot GL0509

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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.

Archimede Watches Pilot Chronograph at true scale

Pilot Chronograph

Glycine Airpilot GL0509 at true scale

Airpilot GL0509

Diameter

42mm

41mm

Thickness

13.6mm

11.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

n/a

$540

Movement

Valjoux 7750

Sellita SW200-1

Case

3 specs
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
13.6mm
11.5mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Valjoux 7750
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$540
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Reviews

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

Archimede Watches Pilot Chronograph

Archimede Watches Pilot Chronograph owners widely praise its value as an ETA 7750 Flieger chronograph, with a 42mm case size that some find large due to its minimal bezel, though its 13mm thickness is not considered excessive. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the brand's excellent value and case finishing, with one owner finding it a favorite second watch and good value on the pre-owned market. Some owners wish for heat-blued hands or a date at 3:00. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Archimede Watches Pilot Chronograph highly for its value as a Valjoux 7750 chronograph.

Glycine Airpilot GL0509

Owners widely praise the Glycine Men's Airpilot 41mm Automatic Watch GL0509 for its exceptional value, with many finding it hard to beat for the price, and appreciate the vibrant blue sunburst dial with red accents and modern font. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is seen as justifying the cost, and the watch is considered a high-value entry into aviation watches. Some owners note the 41mm case wears large due to its 52mm lug-to-lug length, though the curved lugs help it conform well to the wrist and mitigate concerns for wrists around 6.75 inches. One owner reports a potential crown wobble issue, and lume is described as decent, lasting around 4 hours after a short charge. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Airpilot 41mm Automatic Watch GL0509 highly for its striking dial and excellent value, despite some finding it wears large.