Archimede Watches Pilot 39mm 3-hand (full Arabic numerals)vsYema Flygraf Flieger French Air Force

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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)

Yema Flygraf Flieger French Air Force at true scale

Flygraf Flieger French Air Force

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

45mm

n/a

Thickness

11.4mm

9.4mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

42h

MSRP

$960

$684

lowest

Movement

ETA 2824-2

YEMA2000

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
11.4mm
9.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
YEMA2000
Power Reserve
n/a
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$960
$684
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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.

Yema Flygraf Flieger French Air Force

The Yema Flygraf Flieger French Air Force is widely praised for its uncluttered pilot design, sandwich dial construction, and the in-house YEMA2000 automatic movement. Owners are thrilled with the blue dial, the 6 o'clock date, and the accuracy of the watch. The 40mm grade 2 titanium case with a matte brushed finish and BGW9 Super-LumiNova are also noted strengths. The watch comes with a 20mm canvas strap made in France and is considered a good value, especially at its discounted price of $842. One reviewer suggested changing the handset for baton hands. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Yema Flygraf Flieger French Air Force highly for its design and value at the price point.

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