Dekla Pilot 40 mm Type AvsIslander Black DLC Aviator Automatic

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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.

Dekla Pilot 40 mm Type A at true scale

Pilot 40 mm Type A

Islander Black DLC Aviator Automatic at true scale

Black DLC Aviator Automatic

Diameter

40mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48mm

Thickness

n/a

12mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$630

$279

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Seiko NH36

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
n/a
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
DLC Stainless Steel
Caseback
n/a
Engraved screw-in back

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Seiko NH36

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$630
$279
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Reviews

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

Dekla Pilot 40 mm Type A

Owners widely praise the Dekla Pilot watch 40 mm Type A for its excellent dial visibility in daylight and strong night luminescence, with some considering its quality superior to other German brands. The 40mm case is noted to wear nicely, and the watch is seen as a good value, especially for its German flieger design and vintage military numerals. One owner finds the onion crown visually appealing but wishes it were slightly larger. A significant caveat is the consistently long wait times reported by owners, with watches often behind schedule. Overall, owners rate the Dekla Pilot watch 40 mm Type A highly for its quality and legibility at its price point.

Islander Black DLC Aviator Automatic

The Islander Black DLC Aviator Automatic Watch #ISL-46 is widely praised for its AR coated sapphire crystal, excellent lume, and legible dial, with owners appreciating its clean, unbranded face and comfortable fit. The watch is noted to have a Seiko NH36 automatic movement and 100m water resistance. Some owners find the date complication detracts from the classic flieger design. Accuracy varies, with one owner noting it runs fast requiring frequent adjustments, while another reports it keeps great time. Overall, owners rate the Islander Black DLC Aviator Automatic Watch #ISL-46 highly for its attractive look and value at its price point.