Junghans Pilot AutomaticvsSanturce Guaraguao Time Only — Automatic Pilot Watch

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Measurements
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Pilot Automatic

Guaraguao Time Only — Automatic Pilot Watch
Diameter
43.3mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
51mm
Thickness
12.5mm
11.7mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
300m
highest
MSRP
$2,510
$949
lowest
Movement
Junghans J800.1
Miyota 9075
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Junghans Pilot Automatic is praised for its faithful reissue of a vintage design with modern proportions, featuring a clear dial with vintage-style lume and a balanced layout. Reviewers note its 43.3mm case size and 100m water resistance, powered by the Junghans J800.1 automatic movement with a 38-hour power reserve. The bidirectional bezel is described as smooth and easy to grip, and the dial offers excellent legibility with printed Arabic numerals. One reviewer considered the strap a weak point, looking and feeling low-cost. Overall, reviewers rate the Junghans Pilot Automatic highly for its retro appeal and clear, legible dial design.
Owners widely praise the Santurce Guaraguao Time Only — Automatic Pilot Watch as a versatile bargain with excellent specifications, highlighting its strap versatility, bright lume, good customer service, and packaging. Some owners note the watch feels solid and wears well on a 7-inch wrist. Criticisms include a seconds hand that some find uninspired and a date window described as boring, with the prominent branding being a point of division. On balance, owners rate the Santurce Guaraguao Time Only — Automatic Pilot Watch highly for its value and lume.
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