TSAO Baltimore Balt-Pilot Recon Dark EmeraldvsYema Flygraf Flieger French Air Force

Ref. yema-flygraf-flieger-french-air-force-yfly24aa-zes·MSRP $684
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Measurements
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Balt-Pilot Recon Dark Emerald

Flygraf Flieger French Air Force
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
n/a
Thickness
13.6mm
9.4mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
highest
100m
Power Reserve
n/a
42h
MSRP
$725
$684
lowest
Movement
Miyota 9015
YEMA2000
Case
4 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The TSAO Baltimore Balt-Pilot Recon Dark Emerald is equipped with a Miyota 9015 automatic movement, a double-domed sapphire crystal, and a calf leather strap. Owners question if its quality and small details are comparable to brands in the sub-$600-$700 price bracket. On balance, owners express reservations about the TSAO Baltimore Balt-Pilot Recon Dark Emerald's value proposition relative to established competitors.
The Yema Flygraf Flieger French Air Force is widely praised for its uncluttered pilot design, sandwich dial construction, and the in-house YEMA2000 automatic movement. Owners are thrilled with the blue dial, the 6 o'clock date, and the accuracy of the watch. The 40mm grade 2 titanium case with a matte brushed finish and BGW9 Super-LumiNova are also noted strengths. The watch comes with a 20mm canvas strap made in France and is considered a good value, especially at its discounted price of $842. One reviewer suggested changing the handset for baton hands. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Yema Flygraf Flieger French Air Force highly for its design and value at the price point.
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