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AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT AutomaticvsPagani Design PD-1778

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Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic
AVI-8Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic
MSRP $365
PD-1778
Pagani DesignPD-1778
MSRP $159

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic40mm
PD-177840mm
Power Reserve
Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic40h
PD-177842h
Water Resistance
Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic50m
PD-1778100m
MSRP
Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic$365
PD-1778$159

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Thickness
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
NH34
Miyota 8215
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$365
$159

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What people say

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AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic

Owners widely praise the AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic for its robust build quality, intricate three-timezone function, and crisp dial texture. The watch is noted for its wearable 41mm case size and 48.5mm lug-to-lug, with an internally positioned GMT complication that maintains a clean dial appearance. Some owners report the stock leather strap feels cheap and limits strap changing options. On balance, owners rate the AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic highly for its solid finishing and value, particularly highlighting the dial's depth and texture.

Pagani Design PD-1778

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1778 for appearing more attractive in person than in promotional images, with specific commendations for its dial color, anti-reflective coating, and case finishing relative to its price. However, the dial's font and branding are frequently disliked, with a preference for a simple logo. Some owners find the watch to be slightly too large and report difficulties with strap compatibility. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1778 highly for its aesthetic appeal and finishing at the price point, despite some reservations about the dial text and case dimensions.

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