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Archimede Watches Pilot 39vsPompeak Sub-Aquatic

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What people say

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Archimede Watches Pilot 39

Archimede Watches Pilot 39 owners praise its clean design, craftsmanship, and value, with the 39mm case size noted as suitable for smaller wrists. One owner reported a unit stopped keeping time within months and experienced poor customer service regarding warranty. Accuracy varies, with one owner noting +10 seconds per day, while another prefers the utilitarian look of the flat crystal and the patina potential of bronze on the 39H Bronze variant. Overall, owners rate the Archimede Watches Pilot 39 highly for its unpretentious pilot watch design and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

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.

Pompeak Sub-Aquatic

Owners widely praise the Pompeak Sub-Aquatic for its exceptional quality, with the 904L stainless steel case and bracelet, ceramic bezel insert, and waffle dial with a pleasing color gradient frequently highlighted. The Sellita SW200-1 movement and 200m water resistance are noted as strong specifications. The bracelet is considered outstanding and the overall fit and finish are reported as better than lesser alternatives, representing stupendous value for money. On balance, owners rate the Pompeak Sub-Aquatic highly for its exceptional quality and value, with the bracelet and dial being particular points of praise.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pilot 3939mm
Sub-Aquatic40mm
Power Reserve
Pilot 39
Sub-Aquatic38h
Water Resistance
Pilot 39100m
Sub-Aquatic200m
MSRP
Pilot 39$924
Sub-Aquatic$915

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
11.4mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
904L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$924
$915
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