Junghans Pilot Automatic Navy BluevsMühle-Glashütte S.A.R. Flieger-Chronograph

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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.

Junghans Pilot Automatic Navy Blue at true scale

Pilot Automatic Navy Blue

Mühle-Glashütte S.A.R. Flieger-Chronograph at true scale

S.A.R. Flieger-Chronograph

Diameter

43.3mm

45mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

54mm

Thickness

12.5mm

lowest

16.2mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

38h

62h

highest

MSRP

$2,620

lowest

$4,334

Movement

Junghans J800.1

MU 9413

Case

4 specs
Diameter
43.3mm
45mm
Thickness
12.5mm
16.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
54mm
Lug Width
n/a
22mm

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Junghans J800.1
MU 9413
Power Reserve
38h
62h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,620
$4,334
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Reviews

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

Junghans Pilot Automatic Navy Blue

The Junghans Pilot Automatic Navy Blue is a 43.3mm tool watch featuring a gradient navy blue dial with a date window at 12 o'clock and small seconds at 6 o'clock. Reviewers praise its legibility due to minimal script and domed, finely-grained sub-dials, as well as its brushed, DLC-coated stainless steel case and star-shaped, bi-directional bezel. The watch offers good value at €2240, though one reviewer noted the leather strap appeared low-cost despite being comfortable. The automatic Junghans J800.1.6 movement has a 38-hour power reserve. Overall, reviewers highlight the Junghans Pilot Automatic Navy Blue's balanced dial design and value proposition.

Mühle-Glashütte S.A.R. Flieger-Chronograph

The Mühle-Glashütte S.A.R. Flieger-Chronograph is seen as a compelling alternative to other tool watches, featuring unique hollow mono-lugs, a 4 o'clock crown with a guard, and an internally-mounted cyclops with a diagonal date window. Reviewers note its German Navy design heritage, a distinctive 8 o'clock chronograph pusher for thumb operation, and a dial that emphasizes 10-second intervals. The watch utilizes a modified movement with German finishing, and its 100m water resistance is considered adequate by some, though a desire for higher ratings for diving limits interest for others. The Flieger dial is widely praised for its aesthetic, though its busyness is a point of contention for some owners. The Mühle-Glashütte S.A.R. Flieger-Chronograph is priced at $4,299 on bracelet and $3,999 on rubber. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Mühle-Glashütte S.A.R.