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Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot Black AutomaticvsGrand Seiko SBGM245

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P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic
Cincinnati Watch CompanyP-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic
MSRP $895
SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic38mm
SBGM24540.5mm
Power Reserve
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic65h
SBGM24572h
Water Resistance
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic100m
SBGM245200m
MSRP
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic$895
SBGM245$6,100

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Pilot
GMT
Diameter
38mm
40.5mm
Thickness
10.8mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
48.6mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Screw Down w/ Sapphire Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Indices
Applied
Lume
X1 C3
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-2
9S66
Power Reserve
65h
72h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$895
$6,100

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGM245

Owners widely appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its blend of sport and luxury, with one enthusiast highlighting its superior workmanship over quartz movements. However, opinions on its size vary, as one owner found the SBGM245 too large, preferring the comfort of a different variant. Overall, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its refined craftsmanship, though its wearability is a point of personal preference.

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