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AVI-8 Flyboy CadetvsHelgray Silverstone (Refurbished)

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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.

Helgray Silverstone (Refurbished)

Owners widely praise the Helgray Silverstone (Refurbished) for its crisp printing, applied indices, legible date wheel, and solid pushers, noting an amazing fit and finish for the price and an attractive aesthetic. Some owners find the metal bracelet squeaks, and the 24-hour subdial is less desirable than sub seconds. One owner criticizes the thick case, downward-angled lugs that can dig into the wrist, and a crystal with noticeable edge effects. Overall, owners rate the Helgray Silverstone (Refurbished) highly for its impressive build quality and aesthetic appeal at its price point.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flyboy Cadet
Silverstone (Refurbished)40mm
Power Reserve
Flyboy Cadet
Silverstone (Refurbished)
Water Resistance
Flyboy Cadet50m
Silverstone (Refurbished)50m
MSRP
Flyboy Cadet$160
Silverstone (Refurbished)$150

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
Thickness
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Green

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64 (Meca-Quartz)

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$160
$150
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