Cobalt Blue
$1953,167
43 mmMineral
The Sensei's take
The AVI-8 Dambuster Chadwick Meca-Quartz stands out with its tribute to aviation history and practical design. This watch is perfect for those who appreciate aviation heritage as well as a functional, stylish timepiece for everyday wear. At its price point, it offers solid value with unique character.
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A timepiece that pays tribute to Roy Chadwick, the visionary aircraft designer for the Avro company, whose crucial contributions played a pivotal role in the success of the Dambusters Raid during World War II. Chadwick's visionary ideas, including the removal of the mid-upper gun turret to reduce drag, were critical to the success of Operation Chastise.
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
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Strengths
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- Mineral crystal — scratches more easily than sapphire
- Tall 15mm case
- Priced above what the spec suggests
- Currently sold out
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 43 mm it wears boldly, a long 52 mm lug-to-lug favours larger wrists.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- AV-4113-01
- Released
- 2024
- Production
- Current production
- Case diameter
- 43 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 52 mm
- Thickness
- 15 mm
- Lug width
- 22 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- stainless steel
- Crystal
- Mineral · anti-reflective
- Bezel
- None
- Caseback
- Closed
- Dial colour
- blue
- Indices
- applied index with Japan Super Luminous
- Lume
- Yes — Japan Super Luminous
- Strap / bracelet
- genuine leather
- Functions
- 24-Hour Function
- Fit
- Unisex
The maker
AVI-8 Timepieces
AVI-8 aims to blend functional design with storytelling, celebrating the heroism of aviators. Each timepiece connects wearers to the rich history of aviation, providing a narrative through its aesthetic and features.
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