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AVI-8 Flyboy Eagle Squadron Automatic Bronze 85th Limited EditionvsBremont Broadsword

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Flyboy Eagle Squadron Automatic Bronze 85th Limited Edition
AVI-8Flyboy Eagle Squadron Automatic Bronze 85th Limited Edition
MSRP $450
Broadsword
BremontBroadsword
MSRP $3,850

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flyboy Eagle Squadron Automatic Bronze 85th Limited Edition
Broadsword40mm
Power Reserve
Flyboy Eagle Squadron Automatic Bronze 85th Limited Edition40h
Broadsword40h
Water Resistance
Flyboy Eagle Squadron Automatic Bronze 85th Limited Edition50m
Broadsword100m
MSRP
Flyboy Eagle Squadron Automatic Bronze 85th Limited Edition$450
Broadsword$3,850

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Field
Diameter
40mm
Thickness
15mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
BE-95-2AV

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$3,850

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What people say

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AVI-8 Flyboy Eagle Squadron Automatic Bronze 85th Limited Edition

The AVI-8 Flyboy Eagle Squadron Automatic Bronze 85th Limited Edition is praised for its comfortable 39mm proportions and the warm, evolving character of its bronze case, with some noting the potential for undesirable bronze patina. One owner highlights the legible dial and inner GMT complication, considering the 41mm case, 48.5mm lug-to-lug, and 13mm thickness to be great dimensions, though the stock leather strap and lug hole placement are flagged as limitations. Another owner points out that the lume looks great after a charge. On balance, owners appreciate the AVI-8 Flyboy Eagle Squadron Automatic Bronze 85th Limited Edition for its distinctive bronze case and wearable dimensions at its price point.

Bremont Broadsword

Owners widely praise the Bremont Broadsword for its versatile GADA (go anywhere, do anything) capability, noting it pairs well with various straps and can be dressed up or down. One owner highlights the impressive build quality and finishing, while another specifically commends the sandwich dial. A few marks from strap changes were noted by one owner. Overall, owners rate the Bremont Broadsword highly for its versatility and build quality.

From video reviewers

The bead-blasted 40mm steel case finishing is a consistent strength. No shared weaknesses were identified. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any points.

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