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AVI-8 Flyboy Engineer Automatic Snoopy Flying AcevsHamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto

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AVI-8 Flyboy Engineer Automatic Snoopy Flying Ace

The AVI-8 Flyboy Engineer Automatic Snoopy Flying Ace is praised for its handsome pilot-style design, good build quality, and impressive dial detail with pixelated hands and hour markers featuring Swiss luminous material. Reviewers note its legible dial and comfortable leather NATO strap, powered by a Miyota 8215 movement. However, the 46mm case is considered larger than necessary, with a thick flange ring that detracts from the dial's proportional balance, and the 50m water resistance is not ideal for swimming. On balance, reviewers find the AVI-8 Flyboy Engineer Automatic Snoopy Flying Ace to be a fun and stylish pilot watch with good dial detail for its price.

Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto

The Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto is widely praised for its legibility and value, with reviewers and owners highlighting its clear dial design, bold numerals, and effective Super-LumiNova. The 80-hour power reserve from the H-10 caliber is a consistent positive point. Owners and reviewers find the 36mm and 39mm sizes to be comfortable and versatile for everyday wear, though some find the hands on the 36mm model disproportionate or requiring adjustment. The watch offers 100m water resistance. On balance, the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto is highly regarded for its legibility, substantial power reserve, and everyday wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 36mm case size makes the pilot's watch aesthetic more accessible. The watch offers 100 meters of water resistance. Reviewers expressed hesitation about long-term appeal or missing features.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flyboy Engineer Automatic Snoopy Flying Ace
Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto36mm
Power Reserve
Flyboy Engineer Automatic Snoopy Flying Ace
Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto80h
Water Resistance
Flyboy Engineer Automatic Snoopy Flying Ace50m
Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto100m
MSRP
Flyboy Engineer Automatic Snoopy Flying Ace$330
Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto$1,125

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
36mm
Thickness
11.15mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Grey
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-10
Power Reserve
0h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$330
$1,125
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