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Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot Black AutomaticvsSeiko 5KX

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P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic
Cincinnati Watch CompanyP-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic
MSRP $895
5KX
Seiko5KX
MSRP $350

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic38mm
5KX42.5mm
Power Reserve
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic65h
5KX41h
Water Resistance
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic100m
5KX100m
MSRP
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic$895
5KX$350

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
38mm
42.5mm
Thickness
10.8mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Screw Down w/ Sapphire Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Indices
Applied
Lume
X1 C3
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-2
4R36
Power Reserve
65h
41h
Jewels
26
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$895
$350

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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.

Seiko 5KX

Owners widely praise the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series for its strong lume and comfortable wearability, with many noting its compact feel due to a short lug-to-lug length. The NH36 movement's accuracy varies, with typical performance between +/-5 to 10 seconds per day, though some report better. A lack of screw-down crown and ISO certification are noted drawbacks for its water resistance. Some owners find the bracelet to be of cheaper construction with hollow links, and a few have reported quality control issues. The consensus is that the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series offers good value for its price, appealing to those who appreciate its tool-like nature and iconic lineage.

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