Laco AachenvsYema Flygraf Pilot

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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 Pilot at true scale

Flygraf Pilot

Diameter

39mm

38.5mm

Thickness

n/a

8.8mm

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

MSRP

$460

lowest

$990

Movement

Miyota 82S0

Sellita SW200-1

Case

6 specs
Diameter
39mm
38.5mm
Thickness
n/a
8.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
18mm
19mm
Material
stainless steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 82S0
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$460
$990
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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 Pilot

Owners widely praise the Yema Flygraf Pilot's functional, industrial aesthetic and legible Type A dial, with its 38.5mm titanium case noted for wearability. Some owners flag potential quality control and customer service concerns, and one owner reports the titanium case scratches more easily. Accuracy figures range from +8 to +/- 10 seconds per day, and the watch features a date complication. Overall, owners find the Yema Flygraf Pilot appealing for its design and wearability, though some express reservations about brand-level quality control and customer service.

From video reviewers

The watch's vintage aesthetic and legible sector dial are praised. The 38.5mm case size is also a recurring positive point.

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