Archimede Watches Pilot 39mm 3-hand (full Arabic numerals)vsFarer Pilot Series II

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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 39mm 3-hand (full Arabic numerals) at true scale

Pilot 39mm 3-hand (full Arabic numerals)

Farer Pilot Series II at true scale

Pilot Series II

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

45mm

43mm

lowest

Thickness

11.4mm

10.9mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

56h

MSRP

$960

lowest

$1,350

Movement

ETA 2824-2

Sellita SW300-1

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
11.4mm
10.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
43mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Grade 2 Titanium

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Blue

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
n/a
56h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$960
$1,350
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Reviews

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Archimede Watches Pilot 39mm 3-hand (full Arabic numerals)

Archimede Watches Pilot 39mm 3-hand (full Arabic numerals) is widely praised for its clean, legible dial with full Arabic numerals and lack of a prominent logo, making it a strong value proposition. Owners and reviewers consistently highlight its wearability and ideal 39mm size, which suits smaller or slender wrists, with one owner noting excellent accuracy of +/- 0 seconds per day. The well-finished Ickler case is also frequently mentioned as a strong point. Some minor criticisms include the lume being good but not exceptional, glossy hand edges, and some finding the hands and strap less impressive than the case. One owner found the "AUTOMATIC" dial text bland. Overall, owners rate the Archimede Watches Pilot 39mm 3-hand (full Arabic numerals) highly for its excellent proportions and value at the price point.

Farer Pilot Series II

Owners widely praise the Farer PILOT SERIES II for its purposeful design, remarkable legibility, and trademark use of color, with many finding its 40mm case and 45mm lug-to-lug dimensions to be perfect proportions. Some owners, however, find the price steep for a grade 2 titanium watch. Opinions are divided on the minute numerals on the black dial, with some finding them less appealing, and one owner noted a misaligned Roman I index on a specific model. Overall, owners rate the Farer PILOT SERIES II highly for its modern take on the flieger watch with unique dial designs and excellent wearability.

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