AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT AutomaticvsAVI-8 Hawker Hunter Atlas GMT Automatic

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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.

AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic at true scale

Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic

AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Atlas GMT Automatic at true scale

Hawker Hunter Atlas GMT Automatic

Diameter

40mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

54.5mm

Thickness

n/a

14mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

$345

$345

Movement

Seiko NH34

Automatic

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
44mm
Thickness
n/a
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
54.5mm
Lug Width
n/a
22mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
n/a
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Reviews

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AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic

Owners widely praise the AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic for its unique aviator style, robust build, and crisp dial texture, with one owner noting a complex three-timezone function. The watch is considered fun and wearable with solid dimensions, though some find the dial busy and difficult to read, and the stock strap is noted as cheap with limited lug hole options. Some owners question the quality relative to price, while others acknowledge that AVI-8 watches, often featuring Seiko NH34 movements, are generally considered decent for their $100-$200 price point. On balance, owners rate the AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic well for its standout aviator design and value at the price.

AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Atlas GMT Automatic

Owners widely appreciate AVI-8's aviation-inspired designs and comfortable straps, viewing them as good value automatic pilot watches, especially when on sale. Some owners note minor issues such as misaligned chrono hands and mineral crystals, and a few question long-term quality compared to other brands. One owner reported a non-functional lume issue and a difficult return process. On balance, owners rate the AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Atlas GMT Automatic highly for its unique designs and value at the price point.

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