AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster Sector Meca-QuartzvsDan Henry 1939

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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 Sector Meca-Quartz at true scale

Flyboy Airmaster Sector Meca-Quartz

Dan Henry 1939 at true scale

1939

Diameter

40mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

lowest

49.2mm

Thickness

12.5mm

lowest

13.9mm

Water Resistance

50m

n/a

MSRP

$180

lowest

$300

Movement

Meca-Quartz

Quartz

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
12.5mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
49.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
50m
n/a

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Standard

Movement

1 specs
Type
Meca-Quartz
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$180
$300
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Reviews

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AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster Sector Meca-Quartz

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.

Dan Henry 1939

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1939 for its striking, detailed, and art-like design, often noting its resemblance to vintage models and its exceptional value at $220. Specific highlights include the gorgeous domed crystal, the multi-layered dial with glossy black background and gold raised markers, and the solid clicking feel of its chronograph buttons. The watch is described as having beautiful build quality, being robust and durable, and retaining its sturdiness even after years of daily wear. Some owners express disappointment that it uses a quartz movement, and one found it surprisingly heavy. Overall, owners rate the Dan Henry 1939 highly for its stunning vintage-inspired design and robust build quality at an accessible price point.

From video reviewers

The dial finishing and classic aesthetic are consistently praised. The lack of lume is a significant drawback for legibility in low light.

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