Archimede Watches Pilot 39vsArchimede Watches Pilot Chronograph
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Measurements
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Pilot 39

Pilot Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
lowest
51mm
Thickness
11.4mm
lowest
13.6mm
Water Resistance
100m
100m
MSRP
$924
lowest
$2,183
Movement
ETA 2824-2
Valjoux 7750
Case
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1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Archimede Watches Pilot 39 for its wearability, excellent 39mm proportions, and slim case profile, with many highlighting its value and impressive craftsmanship for the price. Reviewers and owners consistently note its clean, legible dial and well-machined case finishing, with some finding it comparable to higher-priced brands. The ETA 2824-2 movement is considered reliable, and accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +10 seconds per day and another seeing +1/+2 seconds per day. Some owners express a preference for an unbranded dial, and the lume is described as good but not exceptional. One owner experienced a complete failure of their watch within months and reported brusque customer service regarding warranty service. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Archimede Watches Pilot 39 highly for its exceptional value and well-executed pilot watch design.
The 39mm case size is a key strength, offering ideal proportions for a daily wear flieger. Sharpness on the bracelet link corners is a comfort trade-off. Reviewers agree on the value proposition compared to competitors.
Owners widely praise the Archimede Watches Pilot Chronograph for its excellent value, particularly for a Flieger chronograph with a Valjoux 7750 movement, with one owner calling it a remarkable value for just over $900. Reviewers and owners highlight its fantastic lume, light-reactive dial, and chronograph functionality, along with a perfect 42mm case size. Some owners note the lack of an anti-reflective coating on the sapphire crystal and wish for heat-blued hands or a date at 3:00. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Archimede Watches Pilot Chronograph highly for its superb value and robust feature set at its price point.
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