AVI-8 P-51 Mustang Blakeslee Meca-Quartz ChronographvsCasio EFV-540D

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

AVI-8 P-51 Mustang Blakeslee Meca-Quartz Chronograph at true scale

P-51 Mustang Blakeslee Meca-Quartz Chronograph

Casio EFV-540D at true scale

EFV-540D

Diameter

43mm

43.8mm

Lug-to-Lug

51mm

48.5mm

lowest

Thickness

13mm

11.6mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

MSRP

$285

n/a

Movement

Meca-Quartz

Quartz

Case

7 specs
Diameter
43mm
43.8mm
Thickness
13mm
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
48.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
n/a
Screw Lock Back

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
COMMAND PILOT
Black
Indices
n/a
Applied batons with blue lacquer fill

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
n/a
n/a
Type
Meca-Quartz
Quartz
Power Reserve
0h
n/a
Complications
None
Chronograph, Date, 24-hour subdial

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$285
n/a
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Reviews

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AVI-8 P-51 Mustang Blakeslee Meca-Quartz Chronograph

Owners widely praise the AVI-8 P-51 Mustang Blakeslee Meca-Quartz Chronograph for its vintage-inspired design that evokes cockpit instruments and its collectible tribute to aviation history. The Seiko meca-quartz movement is noted for accuracy and a satisfying mechanical feel in its chronograph function, while the blue dial's depth and contrasting finishes are highlighted as visually appealing. However, reviewers and owners alike flag the non-sapphire crystal's tendency to scratch easily and its high reflectivity, with one owner also criticizing the poor lume. On balance, owners rate the AVI-8 P-51 Mustang Blakeslee Meca-Quartz Chronograph highly for its aviation theme and functional meca-quartz chronograph at its price point.

Casio EFV-540D

Owners widely praise the Casio EFV-540D for its substantial wrist presence and sporty, large dial design, with one owner noting it still functions like new after a year of wear. The watch is built to last and features outer dial numbering. One owner finds the dial too busy and considers the Casio EFV-540D expensive for its price point, though still recommends it for those who appreciate its aesthetic. Overall, owners rate the Casio EFV-540D highly for its durable build and significant wrist presence.

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