Citizen Aviator ChronovsGlycine Airpilot Chrono GL0442
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Measurements
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Aviator Chrono
Airpilot Chrono GL0442
Diameter
45mm
44mm
Thickness
n/a
11.3mm
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
6480h
n/a
MSRP
$227
lowest
$290
Movement
Solar
Quartz
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners praise the Citizen Aviator Chrono for its cockpit-instrument inspired design and comfortable 45mm fit, even on smaller wrists, and appreciate the perpetual accuracy and lack of winding or battery changes from its solar movement. Some owners like the white dial with a red NATO strap. Reviewers note that the compass ring is unnecessary and the tachymeter scale is difficult to read as the chronograph seconds hand does not reach it. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Aviator Chrono highly for its value and pilot-watch aesthetic.
Owners widely praise the Glycine Men's Airpilot Chrono 44mm Quartz Watch GL0442 for its pilot watch aesthetic and value, especially when found on sale, with one owner calling it worth twice its price. Specific features highlighted include its sapphire crystal, screw-down crown, and good lume. The 44mm case size is noted, and some owners mention Glycine's practice of frequent discounts, advising against paying full MSRP. Overall, owners rate the Glycine Men's Airpilot Chrono 44mm Quartz Watch GL0442 highly for its impressive feature set and aesthetic at its typical discounted price point.
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