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AVI-8 Flyboy Eagle Squadron Automatic Bronze 85th Limited EditionvsZelos Swordfish 3

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Flyboy Eagle Squadron Automatic Bronze 85th Limited Edition
AVI-8Flyboy Eagle Squadron Automatic Bronze 85th Limited Edition
MSRP $450
Swordfish 3
ZelosSwordfish 3
MSRP $399

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flyboy Eagle Squadron Automatic Bronze 85th Limited Edition
Swordfish 340mm
Power Reserve
Flyboy Eagle Squadron Automatic Bronze 85th Limited Edition40h
Swordfish 340h
Water Resistance
Flyboy Eagle Squadron Automatic Bronze 85th Limited Edition50m
Swordfish 3200m
MSRP
Flyboy Eagle Squadron Automatic Bronze 85th Limited Edition$450
Swordfish 3$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
40mm
Thickness
15mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
40mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$399

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What people say

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AVI-8 Flyboy Eagle Squadron Automatic Bronze 85th Limited Edition

The AVI-8 Flyboy Eagle Squadron Automatic Bronze 85th Limited Edition is praised for its comfortable 39mm proportions and the warm, evolving character of its bronze case, with some noting the potential for undesirable bronze patina. One owner highlights the legible dial and inner GMT complication, considering the 41mm case, 48.5mm lug-to-lug, and 13mm thickness to be great dimensions, though the stock leather strap and lug hole placement are flagged as limitations. Another owner points out that the lume looks great after a charge. On balance, owners appreciate the AVI-8 Flyboy Eagle Squadron Automatic Bronze 85th Limited Edition for its distinctive bronze case and wearable dimensions at its price point.

Zelos Swordfish 3

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish 3 for its strong value, with reviewers highlighting the textured sandwich dial, Seiko NH35 movement, 200m water resistance, and surprisingly good bracelet. The titanium construction is noted for making the watch compact and comfortable, weighing 117g. Some owners find the dimensions fine on paper and based on experience with other models. One reviewer flagged that legibility can suffer in bright light and bracelet edges are sharp. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Swordfish 3 highly for its incredible value and fun design, particularly with unique dial options.

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