Dekla Pilot 40 mm Type AvsLaco Saarbrücken
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Measurements
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Pilot 40 mm Type A

Saarbrücken
Diameter
40mm
45mm
Thickness
n/a
13mm
Water Resistance
100m
100m
MSRP
$630
lowest
$1,350
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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.
Owners widely praise the Laco Saarbrücken for its authentic pilot watch aesthetic and Type B dial legibility, with one owner specifically adoring the lume and finding its manual wind feel superior. The watch is noted for its consistent accuracy of +2.5 seconds per day. Some find its 45mm size large for modern wear, and the lugs jut out significantly. One owner appreciates the bronze case for its developing patina. Overall, owners rate the Laco Saarbrücken highly for its legibility and authentic pilot watch design.
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