AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT AutomaticvsFarer GMT

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.

Owners widely praise Farer's customer service, with one owner reporting an efficient, free warranty movement swap. Reviewers consistently highlight the vibrant, legible dials and the well-proportioned 39.5mm x 10mm case, noting its wearability and user-friendly GMT setting. The bronze crown is a point of contention, with some finding it unfinished or potentially unpopular despite its intended patina development. The Farer GMT is powered by a Sellita SW330-2 movement with a 56-hour power reserve. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Farer GMT highly for its colorful, wearable design and good value at its price point.