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AVI-8 Flyboy Spirit of Tuskegee ChronographvsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

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Flyboy Spirit of Tuskegee Chronograph
AVI-8Flyboy Spirit of Tuskegee Chronograph
MSRP $295
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flyboy Spirit of Tuskegee Chronograph44mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Flyboy Spirit of Tuskegee Chronograph40h
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
Flyboy Spirit of Tuskegee Chronograph50m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
Flyboy Spirit of Tuskegee Chronograph$295
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
44mm
39mm
Thickness
15mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Anderson
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$295
$699

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What people say

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AVI-8 Flyboy Spirit of Tuskegee Chronograph

Owners praise the AVI-8 Flyboy Spirit of Tuskegee Chronograph's aviation-inspired design and build quality, considering it superb value for its sub-$500 price. The 43mm stainless steel watch features a matte-black dial with aviation-style numerals and Swiss Super-LumiNova for legibility, powered by a Japanese Miyota automatic movement and protected by a sapphire crystal, with 5 ATM water resistance. Overall, owners rate the AVI-8 Flyboy Spirit of Tuskegee Chronograph highly for its compelling design and exceptional value at its price point.

Vaer D5 Tropic Auto

Owners widely praise the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto for its excellent value, vintage aesthetic, and comfortable 39mm size that wears larger. Specific highlights include the bezel's satisfying click action and subtle shine, beautifully finished lugs that pair well with a jubilee bracelet, and a dynamic black and cream dial with a unique date feature. The incorporation of brushed steel, quick-release spring bars for easy strap changes, and good timekeeping are also frequently mentioned positives. The Vaer D5 Tropic Auto is considered good value with excellent water resistance, making it a great daily wear, and its fit and finish are often compared favorably to brands like Hamilton and Tissot. On balance, owners rate the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto highly for its blend of vintage styling, practical features, and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The dial design is a standout feature. The Miyota automatic movement is also noted.

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