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Seiko AstronvsYema Flygraf Bi-Compax French Air Force

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Astron
SeikoAstron
MSRP $2,200
Flygraf Bi-Compax French Air Force
YemaFlygraf Bi-Compax French Air Force
MSRP $490

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Astron41.2mm
Flygraf Bi-Compax French Air Force40mm
Power Reserve
Astron40h
Flygraf Bi-Compax French Air Force40h
Water Resistance
Astron100m
Flygraf Bi-Compax French Air Force100m
MSRP
Astron$2,200
Flygraf Bi-Compax French Air Force$490

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
41.2mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
9.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
Lug Width
14mm
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Super-clear coating
Inner
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
3X62
Jewels
10
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,200
$490

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What people say

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Seiko Astron

Owners widely praise the Seiko Astron for its spectacular time-telling technology, GPS time sync, and grab-and-go convenience, with many calling it the best watch they have ever owned. Reviewers and owners highlight the well-managed dial detail, textured hour markers, and high-contrast edges, as well as the well-finished case and bracelet. Some find the lightweight titanium build and quick bracelet adjustment contribute to comfortable wearability. Accuracy is noted as +/- 15 seconds per month without GPS, though the autonomous quartz movement can be easily reset by looking at the sky. Criticisms include DST not being automatically implemented, recessed buttons requiring a sharp object for adjustment, and sparse lume with no 12 o'clock marker. Some owners feel the price point is too expensive for its aesthetic appeal. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Astron highly for its advanced time-telling technology and convenient features.

Yema Flygraf Bi-Compax French Air Force

Owners widely praise the Yema Flygraf Bi-Compax French Air Force for its attractive, toolish aesthetic and excellent quality for the price, noting the legible Type A dial and 40mm titanium case. However, the acrylic crystal scratches easily, and the titanium case is prone to marking. The mecha-quartz movement's chrono timer sweeps rather than ticks, and one owner questions the purpose of the oversized crown. The in-house Yema 2000 movement is accurate at +/- 10 seconds per day but has a 42-hour power reserve, and some owners express concerns regarding Yema's past quality control and customer service. On balance, owners rate the Yema Flygraf Bi-Compax French Air Force highly for its attractive design and value, despite concerns about material durability and brand service history.

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