AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT AutomaticvsNodus Sector II Field Titanium Cerakote

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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

Nodus Sector II Field Titanium Cerakote at true scale

Sector II Field Titanium Cerakote

Diameter

40mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47mm

Thickness

n/a

11.7mm

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

41h

MSRP

$345

lowest

$600

Movement

Seiko NH34

Seiko NH38

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
n/a
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Box
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
Black
green
Lume
None
Swiss Super-LumiNova® Old Radium Grade X1

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
Seiko NH38
Power Reserve
0h
41h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$345
$600
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

Nodus Sector II Field Titanium Cerakote

The Nodus Sector II Field Titanium Cerakote is praised for its compact 38mm titanium case with an olive green Cerakote finish and a tropical dial. Reviewers and owners note its tough build, box sapphire crystal, and light 45g weight. The watch utilizes a Seiko NH38 automatic movement and is regulated to +/- 10 seconds per day, with a 41-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Sector II Field Titanium Cerakote highly for its robust, lightweight titanium construction and distinctive Cerakote finish at its price point.

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