AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT AutomaticvsBreitling Aviator 8 B35 Automatic Unitime 43

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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

Breitling Aviator 8 B35 Automatic Unitime 43 at true scale

Aviator 8 B35 Automatic Unitime 43

Diameter

40mm

43mm

Thickness

n/a

14.6mm

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

70h

MSRP

$345

lowest

$9,550

Movement

Seiko NH34

Breitling B35

Case

7 specs
Diameter
40mm
43mm
Thickness
n/a
14.55mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
n/a
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
n/a
Stainless steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
Breitling B35
Power Reserve
0h
70h
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$345
$9,550
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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.

Breitling Aviator 8 B35 Automatic Unitime 43

Owners widely praise the Breitling Aviator 8 B35 Automatic Unitime 43 for its simple, legible design and great proportions, with one owner regretting selling theirs. Reviewers note it is a departure from typical Breitling aesthetics, offering an awesome military-style look. The 43mm stainless steel case is powered by the Breitling B35 automatic movement and features an exhibition case back and a bi-directional rotating bezel with 24 cities. One owner found the watch a bit pricey. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Aviator 8 B35 Automatic Unitime 43 highly for its unique aesthetic and practical design.

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