AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster Sector Meca-QuartzvsDan Henry 1937
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Measurements
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Flyboy Airmaster Sector Meca-Quartz
1937
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46.1mm
lowest
Thickness
12.5mm
lowest
12.7mm
Water Resistance
50m
n/a
MSRP
$180
lowest
$290
Movement
Meca-Quartz
Quartz
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
1 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 widely appreciate the Dan Henry 1937's vintage aesthetics and small seconds sub-dial, with some calling it one of the brand's classiest watches for its understated military vibe. However, the quartz movement is frequently cited as a significant drawback compared to automatic options. Some owners report initial underwhelm or that the dial did not meet expectations from photos, though strap changes can improve enjoyment. Concerns about the brand's quality control and customer service are also noted by some. Overall, owners rate the Dan Henry 1937 for its vintage charm and small seconds complication, though the quartz movement is a point of contention.
The Dan Henry Gold 1962 Racing Chronograph features a mecha-quartz movement, specifically the Seiko VK63, which is appreciated by reviewers. The watch's two-tone steel and yellow gold finish may be a "hit or miss" from Dan Henry, suggesting it may not be universally well-received. Reviewers disagree on whether the mecha-quartz movement is a drawback, with one reviewer noting it may not appeal to those seeking a purely mechanical movement, while others may not have mentioned this as a concern.
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