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Sinn U18vsYema Flygraf Pilot

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

U18
SinnU18
MSRP $3,488
Flygraf Pilot
YemaFlygraf Pilot
MSRP $990
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Sinn U18

The Sinn U18 is praised for its unique deep blue/green dial with three-dimensional oxygen bubbles that change with light, and its comfortable, easily adjustable bracelet. Owners find the watch stunning and a piece of history, appreciating the refined hands. The Sinn U18 features a 44mm, 15.5mm thick case made from German submarine steel, offering a 2000-meter dive specification and Sinn's Ar-Dehumidifying technology, powered by a Sellita SW300-1 movement. The case thickness is apparent, and the watch comes as a complete set with box and papers for $3,000-$3,680. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Sinn U18 highly for its striking dial and robust build.

Yema Flygraf Pilot

Owners praise the Yema Flygraf Pilot's legible Type A dial, functional industrial aesthetic, and wearable 39mm/40mm size. Some owners report concerns with Yema's customer service and quality control, while others find the in-house movement acceptable. The titanium case scratches more easily, and the bracelet's pin-and-collar system and long links are noted drawbacks. Accuracy figures range from +8 to +/- 10 seconds per day. On balance, owners appreciate the Yema Flygraf Pilot's design and wearability, though some express caution due to past quality control and customer service issues.

From video reviewers

The watch's vintage aesthetic and legible sector dial are praised. The 38.5mm case size is also a recurring positive point.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
U1844mm
Flygraf Pilot38.5mm
Power Reserve
U1842h
Flygraf Pilot40h
Water Resistance
U182,000m
Flygraf Pilot100m
MSRP
U18$3,488
Flygraf Pilot$990

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Pilot
Diameter
44mm
38.5mm
Thickness
15.5mm
8.8mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Material
high-strength
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
2000m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Indices
Applied

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SW300-1
Sellita SW200
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,488
$990
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