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AVI-8 Flyboy CadetvsVaer Calendar Field

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Flyboy Cadet
AVI-8Flyboy Cadet
MSRP $160
Calendar Field
VaerCalendar Field
MSRP $189

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flyboy Cadet
Calendar Field36mm
Power Reserve
Flyboy Cadet40h
Calendar Field40h
Water Resistance
Flyboy Cadet50m
Calendar Field100m
MSRP
Flyboy Cadet$160
Calendar Field$189

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Field
Diameter
36mm
Thickness
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Green
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$160
$189

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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.

Vaer Calendar Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Calendar Field for its excellent value, citing its clean WWII-inspired dial, thin 8.5mm to 9.5mm case, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance. The dial and hand design are consistently highlighted as phenomenal, with case finishing described as next-level for the price, featuring nice brushing. Some owners note the second hand does not perfectly align with markers, and the stock silicone strap attracts lint. One owner found the lume only serviceable and wished the date window was brighter. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Calendar Field highly for its exceptional dial design and case finishing at its price point.

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