Bangalore Watch Company Men in BluevsEza AirFighter

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Measurements
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Men in Blue

AirFighter
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Thickness
n/a
12.3mm
Water Resistance
100m
highest
50m
Power Reserve
41h
highest
40h
MSRP
$1,407
$1,175
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely report the Bangalore Watch Company Men in Blue is overpriced, with some citing the Sellita SW200 movement as comparable to much less expensive alternatives, while others acknowledge its top-notch build quality and the value of the Swiss movement. The blue dial and design elements like the 4 and 6 numerals and the bat-shaped seconds hand counter-balance receive praise. One reviewer noted crisp case finishing and effective 3D lume. Accuracy figures vary, with one source stating an average of +/- 12 seconds per day. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Bangalore Watch Company Men in Blue to be a well-built watch with appealing design details, though its value proposition is a point of contention.
The Eza AirFighter is widely praised for its value, offering a well-constructed pilot-style watch with a vintage-inspired aesthetic and legible matte black dial. Owners and reviewers highlight its good price-to-quality ratio, pleasant case finishing with brushed and polished elements, and a design reminiscent of WWII observer watches. The watch features a no-date complication, sapphire crystal, and an easy-to-grip onion crown. While most sources confirm the Sellita SW200-1 movement, some older reviews mention an ETA 2824-2 adjusted to six positions, with one forum noting initial value questions when a Miyota movement was previously offered at a higher price. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Eza AirFighter highly for its excellent value and classic pilot watch design.
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