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AVI-8 Flyboy CadetvsPagani Design PD-YS027

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What people say

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AVI-8 Flyboy Cadet

The AVI-8 Flyboy Cadet features a 41mm brushed steel case and a matte dial, with subtle nods to 1942 game elements like pixel-style fonts and a plane character. It is powered by a Seiko NH35 automatic movement and retails for $365 USD. One owner notes the included leather NATO strap is too thin and flimsy. Overall, the AVI-8 Flyboy Cadet is seen as a unique offering with thematic design elements at its price point.

Pagani Design PD-YS027

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-YS027's quality and appearance, particularly in low light, and appreciate the display case back. However, some owners find the integrated bracelet excessively shiny and limiting for strap changes. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-YS027 highly for its exceptional quality and value at its price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flyboy Cadet
PD-YS02740.5mm
Power Reserve
Flyboy Cadet
PD-YS027
Water Resistance
Flyboy Cadet50m
PD-YS027100m
MSRP
Flyboy Cadet$160
PD-YS027$162

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Chronograph
Diameter
40.5mm
Thickness
11.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
27mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Green

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$160
$162
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