AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster Sector Meca-QuartzvsCasio LCW-M170TD
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Measurements
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Flyboy Airmaster Sector Meca-Quartz
LCW-M170TD
Diameter
40mm
39.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46.4mm
lowest
Thickness
12.5mm
9.2mm
lowest
Water Resistance
50m
50m
MSRP
$180
lowest
$229
Movement
Meca-Quartz
Solar
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners find the AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster Sector Meca-Quartz to be acceptable, though some prefer alternative pilot watches for their build quality and historical aviation connections within a similar price bracket. One owner notes the chronograph function has a complaint. On balance, owners find the AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster Sector Meca-Quartz acceptable but not outstanding compared to similarly priced alternatives.
Owners praise the Casio LCW-M170TD for its solar-powered, radio-controlled movement, titanium case, and sapphire crystal, noting perfect second hand alignment and an elegant, dressy appearance compared to other models. Some find the lume weak and the 6 o'clock marker out of place, while others criticize the LCD background and the four-screw case back. On balance, owners rate the Casio LCW-M170TD highly for its advanced features and refined titanium construction at its price point.
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