Tarmac Night
$350507
42 mm50 m WRSapphire
The Sensei's take
The AVI-8 Tarmac Night is ideal for aviation enthusiasts and night owls alike, thanks to its cool, utilitarian design that evokes a sense of adventure. Its standout feature is the bold, legible dial complemented by luminescent elements that pop in low light, making it both striking and practical. For $350, you’re getting a watch that doesn’t just tell time—it tells a story; I confidently recommend it for anyone looking to add a dash of aviation-inspired flair to their collection.
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180 Pieces Only Per Variant To commemorate 110 years of the Lafayette Escadrille and the American volunteer pilots flying for France during WWI, AVI-8 introduces this Limited Edition — created in respectful tribute to one of aviation’s most historic units. Designed with subtlety and purpose, the watch reflects the belief that the strongest tributes are often expressed through thoughtful detail.
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
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Strengths
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- Priced above what the spec suggests
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 42 mm it has present, sporty proportions, a long 49.5 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-4153-04
- Released
- 2026
- Production
- Limited edition
- Case diameter
- 42 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 49.5 mm
- Thickness
- 13.7 mm
- Lug width
- 22 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- stainless steel
- Water resistance
- 50 m
- Crystal
- Sapphire · anti-reflection
- Bezel
- None
- Caseback
- Exhibition
- Dial colour
- black
- Dial finish
- Matte
- Indices
- applied
- Lume
- Yes — Swiss Newlite
- Strap / bracelet
- genuine leather
- Clasp
- buckle
- Functions
- Hours, Minutes, Central Seconds, Date
- 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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