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Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot Black AutomaticvsRolex Air-King

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Air-King
RolexAir-King
MSRP $8,150
What people say

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Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic

Owners widely praise the Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic for its sharp finishing, textured pearlescent dial, and excellent lume. The simple, understated design and comfortable 38mm size are also frequently highlighted. Some owners note the bracelet lacks quick micro-adjustments and the quick-release spring bars can dig into the wrist. One owner found the lume blocks potentially thinner and the font on larger numbers less desirable than a standard typeface, though the seconds hand was considered a success. Overall, owners highly recommend the Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic for its great craftsmanship and value.

Rolex Air-King

Rolex Air-King owners are divided on its busy dial, with some finding it initially confusing but ultimately familiar and appreciating its unique green and yellow accents, while others criticize it for being too busy with too many numbers and colors. The watch is praised for its comfortable wear, good proportions, and versatility, bridging formal and sporty occasions, with some owners preferring it over other Rolex models. It is noted as accurate, running within +/- 2 seconds per day, and has a 70-hour power reserve, with a 12mm thickness that allows it to slide easily under a cuff. Some owners consider the Air-King an underrated daily wear and a fun conversation piece, though it is also seen as pricier than some alternatives and potentially a "spare parts" watch or a model people settle for. Overall, owners rate the Rolex Air-King highly for its distinctive and playful design, despite the polarizing dial.

From video reviewers

The Calibre 3230 movement is cited as a key technical detail. The perceived lack of versatility for formal occasions is mentioned as a drawback.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic38mm
Air-King40mm
Power Reserve
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic65h
Air-King70h
Water Resistance
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic100m
Air-King100m
MSRP
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic$895
Air-King$8,150

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Oystersteel
Caseback
Screw Down w/ Sapphire Display
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Indices
Arabic numerals
Lume
X1 C3
Chromalight

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
3230
Power Reserve
65h
70h
Jewels
26
31

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$895
$8,150
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