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AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT AutomaticvsSeiko Essentials Solar

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Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic
AVI-8Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic
MSRP $365
Essentials Solar
SeikoEssentials Solar
MSRP $375

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic40mm
Essentials Solar30.5mm
Power Reserve
Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic40h
Essentials Solar40h
Water Resistance
Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic50m
Essentials Solar
MSRP
Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic$365
Essentials Solar$375

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
40mm
30.5mm
Thickness
6.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
37.7mm
Lug Width
12mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
Splash Resistant

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
NH34
V115
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$365
$375

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What people say

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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 Essentials Solar

Owners find the Seiko Essentials Solar a beautiful and lightweight daily wear, particularly for its value on the grey market. One owner noted the 41mm size did not appear large in person. A single owner reported an orange stripe on a stopwatch button detached due to heat. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Solar highly for its attractive aesthetic and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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