Laco AugsburgvsYema Flygraf Flieger French Air Force

Ref. yema-flygraf-flieger-french-air-force-yfly24aa-zes·MSRP $684
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Measurements
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Augsburg

Flygraf Flieger French Air Force
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
n/a
9.4mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m
highest
Power Reserve
n/a
42h
MSRP
$460
lowest
$684
Movement
Miyota 82S0
YEMA2000
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Laco Augsburg for its exceptional value, with some calling it the best they have ever purchased. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its attractive pilot watch design and legibility, with specific mentions of a unique bead-blasted case finish and uncommon dial colors. The Miyota 82S0 movement is noted as budget-friendly and is considered well-regulated by Laco, though some find its accuracy to be between 10-40 seconds per day and one reviewer found the rotor operation to be unpleasantly loud. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Laco Augsburg highly for its value and classic pilot watch aesthetic.
The Yema Flygraf Flieger French Air Force is widely praised for its uncluttered pilot design, sandwich dial construction, and the in-house YEMA2000 automatic movement. Owners are thrilled with the blue dial, the 6 o'clock date, and the accuracy of the watch. The 40mm grade 2 titanium case with a matte brushed finish and BGW9 Super-LumiNova are also noted strengths. The watch comes with a 20mm canvas strap made in France and is considered a good value, especially at its discounted price of $842. One reviewer suggested changing the handset for baton hands. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Yema Flygraf Flieger French Air Force highly for its design and value at the price point.
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