Cosford
$2852,689
44 mm5 m WRMineral
The Sensei's take
The AVI-8 Cosford is a strong contender for those who appreciate vintage aviation aesthetics without breaking the bank. With its distinctive design and iconic style, it's ideal for both casual outings and more formal occasions. For $285, you're getting a watch that stands out in both craft and character—highly recommended for enthusiasts of military-inspired timepieces.
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
Pulled straight from the spec sheet, framed for the buyer. The editorial verdict is the Sensei's take above.
Strengths
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- Limited water resistance (5m)
- Mineral crystal — scratches more easily than sapphire
- Priced above what the spec suggests
- Currently sold out
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 44 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-4080-03
- Released
- 2024
- Production
- Current production
- Case diameter
- 44 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 52 mm
- Thickness
- 13.8 mm
- Lug width
- 22 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- stainless steel
- Water resistance
- 5 m
- Crystal
- Mineral
- Caseback
- Closed
- Dial colour
- green
- Indices
- applied index
- Lume
- Yes — Swiss Newlite
- Strap / bracelet
- genuine leather
- Functions
- Chronograph, Date
- Fit
- Men's
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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