Laco AachenvsYema Flygraf Flieger French Air Force

Flygraf Flieger French Air Force
YemaFlygraf Flieger French Air Force

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

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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.

Laco Aachen at true scale

Aachen

Yema Flygraf Flieger French Air Force at true scale

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

5 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
n/a
9.4mm
Lug Width
18mm
n/a
Material
stainless steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 82S0
YEMA2000
Power Reserve
0h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$460
$684
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Reviews

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

Laco Aachen

Owners widely praise the Laco Aachen for its excellent value, good build quality, and historical provenance. The 39mm case wears well and has become a go-to watch for some, who also appreciate the dial and case finishing. One owner noted the Miyota 82S0 movement hacks and includes a ghost crown position. Another owner reported no issues after over a year of ownership. On balance, owners rate the Laco Aachen highly for its build quality and value at a reasonable price.

Yema Flygraf Flieger French Air Force

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.