Circula Watches ProFlightvsLaco Heidelberg Erbstück
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Measurements
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ProFlight

Heidelberg Erbstück
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a
Thickness
11mm
n/a
Water Resistance
150m
highest
50m
Power Reserve
65h
n/a
MSRP
n/a
$2,250
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Circula ProFlight is praised for its modern pilot's watch aesthetic, sandblasted and faceted 40mm case, and excellent Super-LumiNova legibility. Reviewers note the Sellita SW200-1 Elaboré movement, 150m water resistance, and anti-magnetic protection up to 80,000 A/m. Some owners find the price-to-spec ratio excellent and the blend of retro and modern design appealing, with one owner highlighting the case hardening process. A reviewer expresses uncertainty regarding its ability to withstand negative pressure, and an owner notes the absence of a date complication. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Circula ProFlight highly for its impressive build quality and design at its price point.
Owners widely praise the Laco Heidelberg Erbstück for its attractive price point and authentic vintage aesthetic, with one owner specifically highlighting the legibility and lume of the Type B dial and finding the manual wind feel superior. The 39mm case size is considered ideal by some, though its wearability is acknowledged as subjective. The aging process for each Erbstück is performed by a single individual at Laco's Pforzheim manufacture. One owner notes the Sellita SW200-1 movement's crown has only one position for setting the time, as Laco disables the date wheel's ghost position. Accuracy is reported at +2.5 seconds per day by one owner, while another believes Stowa holds a slight advantage in quality. Overall, owners rate the Laco Heidelberg Erbstück highly for its convincing vintage execution and value within the flieger watch category.
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