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Maen Hudson 38 MK5vsYema Flygraf Pilot

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Hudson 38 MK5
MaenHudson 38 MK5
MSRP $719
Flygraf Pilot
YemaFlygraf Pilot
MSRP $990

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hudson 38 MK538mm
Flygraf Pilot38.5mm
Power Reserve
Hudson 38 MK540h
Flygraf Pilot40h
Water Resistance
Hudson 38 MK5300m
Flygraf Pilot100m
MSRP
Hudson 38 MK5$719
Flygraf Pilot$990

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Pilot
Diameter
38mm
38.5mm
Thickness
11mm
8.8mm
Lug Width
16mm
19mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
M1.1.5
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$719
$990

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Maen Hudson 38 MK5

The Maen Hudson 38 MK5 is praised for its wearable 38mm case, comfortable bracelet with micro-adjust, and 300m water resistance. Reviewers note improved finishing and a new sandblasted dial on the redesigned case, powered by the La Joux-Perret G100 movement offering a 68-hour power reserve. However, the lume is not very bright despite using X1 Super-LumiNova, and the brushing on the lugs clashes with the endlinks. Some find its overall presence too modest, lacking distinguishing character. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Maen Hudson 38 MK5 for its competent build quality and comfortable wearability at its price point, though some desire more visual flair.

From video reviewers

The Maen M1.1.5 features a compact wear profile with a well-articulated bracelet and smooth finishing against the skin. The watch's use of the ETA2824 movement provides reliable accuracy. A potential drawback is the watch's bezel action, described as 'not the smoothest'.

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.

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