AVI-8 P-51 Mustang Blakeslee Meca-Quartz ChronographvsMEGIR MESH CHRONO

lug2lug doesn't sell watches. Buy links open the brand's or seller's own site. Some links are affiliate links: lug2lug may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Disclosures

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

MEGIR MESH CHRONO at true scale

MESH CHRONO

Diameter

43mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

51mm

n/a

Thickness

13mm

n/a

Water Resistance

50m

highest

30m

MSRP

$285

$59

lowest

Movement

Meca-Quartz

Quartz

Case

6 specs
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
13mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
n/a
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
COMMAND PILOT
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Type
Meca-Quartz
Quartz
Complications
None
Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$285
$59
Keep your wishlist and collection together in the appExplore the app

Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

MEGIR MESH CHRONO

Owners widely praise the MEGIR MESH CHRONO for its excellent style and surprising quality for the price, with some considering it a favorite among Chinese brands. The chronograph functions are noted, with the 6 o'clock sub-dial acting as the chronograph hand and tracking seconds and minutes, though one owner found the chronograph seconds hand did not sweep smoothly. The included nylon strap was found unattractive by one owner, who also noted the strap keeper was small. On balance, owners rate the MEGIR MESH CHRONO highly for its value and stylish design, serving as a good alternative to higher-end chronographs.

Similar watches

Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price, microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.

DiscussionNot started

Also compared

Comparisons nearby in the catalog: alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.