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AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT AutomaticvsSeiko Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition

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AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic

Owners widely praise the AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic for its robust build quality, intricate three-timezone function, and crisp dial texture. The watch is noted for its wearable 41mm case size and 48.5mm lug-to-lug, with an internally positioned GMT complication that maintains a clean dial appearance. Some owners report the stock leather strap feels cheap and limits strap changing options. On balance, owners rate the AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic highly for its solid finishing and value, particularly highlighting the dial's depth and texture.

Seiko Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition

The Seiko Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition is noted for its unique graduated "shiracha" dial and its upcycled leather straps from Regal. It features a 40.2mm stainless steel case and is powered by the 6R55 calibre, which offers a 72-hour power reserve. The movement has a specified accuracy of +25/-15 seconds per day. The watch is a limited edition of 3000 units and has a water resistance of 100m. It is priced at US$1,050. On balance, owners and reviewers highlight the distinctive dial and the sustainable strap material as key appeals of the Seiko Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic40mm
Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition40.2mm
Power Reserve
Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic
Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition72h
Water Resistance
Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic50m
Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition100m
MSRP
Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic$365
Presage Classic Series Upcycled Leather Strap Limited Edition$1,050

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
40mm
40.2mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
Seiko 6R55
Power Reserve
0h
72h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$365
$1,050
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