Type B Dial Miyota Automatic Pilot Watch 861690

4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 98 ratings

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Product Description

Laco mens watch. Silver stainless-steel case and brown Leather strap. Black dial. Automatic movement. Buckle closure. Water resistance of 50 meters.

Product specifications

Watch Information
Brand, Seller, or Collection Name Laco
Model number Aachen 42
Part Number Aachen 42
Item Shape Round
Dial window material type Sapphire Crystal
Display Type Analog
Clasp Buckle
Case material Stainless Steel
Case diameter 42 millimeters
Case Thickness 12 millimeters
Band Material Leather
Band width 20 millimeters
Band Color Brown
Dial color Black
Calendar Date
Special features Automatic Self Wind
Item weight 14.11 ounces
Movement Japanese Automatic
Water resistant depth 50 Meters
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Product details

  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 11.65 x 4.25 x 2.05 inches; 14.11 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ Aachen 42
  • Department ‏ : ‎ Mens
  • Batteries ‏ : ‎ 1 Product Specific batteries required. (included)
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ July 23, 2011
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Laco
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B004FEEVQQ
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 98 ratings

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4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3 out of 5
98 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, value, and comfort of the watch. They say the finish and detailing are elegant, and the band is very high quality. Customers are also happy with comfort and readability. However, some customers have reported a noisy movement and a bit too large size. Customers also have different opinions on glow, and performance.

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41 customers mention37 positive4 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the watch. For example, they mention that the finish and detailing are elegant. The band is very high quality, and the design is modern. However, the unit received had a slight defect. Overall, customers are happy with the product's quality and understated yet forceful style.

"...Smaller watches are more elegant in my opinion. It also has a more modern design with its curved lugs instead of the original flat lugs and it's..." Read more

"...Having this on your wrist instantly brings with it a story, a timeless history, and German-made value you can't find in those cheaper alternatives...." Read more

"...Overall I’m really pleased with this watch, the finish and detailing are elegant and I was surprised how light and comfortable it is to wear...." Read more

"...it's more than worth it, given the incredible quality and understated yet forceful (?) and functional elegance that this watch has to offer...." Read more

15 customers mention15 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the watch. They mention that it is a great value, with a reliable movement and a German company.

"...Also, the price was more reasonable...." Read more

"...wrist instantly brings with it a story, a timeless history, and German-made value you can't find in those cheaper alternatives...." Read more

"...German made, but it does come with a very reliable movement and a German company...." Read more

"...But I am still happy for the price." Read more

5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers like the comfort of the watch. They mention that it is fun to wear and sits comfortably on the wrist.

"...and detailing are elegant and I was surprised how light and comfortable it is to wear...." Read more

"...The watch is quite tall with some weight ,but the flat back keeps it comfortable with a good quality strap...." Read more

"...mate finish that works very well for its toolish look and sits comfortably on the wrist...." Read more

"...large as many have mentioned but not too large and not heavy so comfortable. Comes in a nice case...." Read more

5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers like the readability of the watch. They mention that it's easy to read and that there is no superfluous text.

"...the wrist I noticed right away that it keeps awesome time and is very easy to read. The glow on the hands is especially nice to look at in the dark...." Read more

"...There's no date indicator, no superfluous text like "Automatic" or number of jewels...." Read more

"...Overall upon receipt I’m very happy. The history is neat, it’s super readable and certainly unique...." Read more

"Nice watch and eel made. Easy to read. If you’re looking for a mid priced auto pilot watch, this is great...." Read more

8 customers mention5 positive3 negative

Customers are mixed about the glow of the watch. Some mention that it glows very well, while others say that it does not glow very little or is not really useful. Some customers also mention that the band is too thick, the glow is too bright, or the movement is too loud.

"...The glow on the hands is especially nice to look at in the dark...." Read more

"...The other hands have a black outline and not much room for luminous coating,this could stand some twiddling and redesign and why not have the date..." Read more

"...It does glow very well, but I prefer whiter markings...." Read more

"...Good illumination - everything including the sweep hand is easy to read in the dark, even every second marker...." Read more

6 customers mention3 positive3 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the watch. Some mention that the movement is reliable, smooth and lume it's only beaten by my Luminox, while others say that the Miyota movement is pretty standard and can be found in many different watches. That said, some say that there are some downsides with the movement, including the missing onion crown and the fact that it is not deadly accurate.

"...that it's completely German made, but it does come with a very reliable movement and a German company...." Read more

"...Be warned the movement is not deadly accurate, Miyota claims it to be within -15 / +40 sec per day and this is consistent with what I’m seeing......" Read more

"...It is a great looking watch with a nice but not fancy movement. It has kept good time for me...." Read more

"...Cons:Missing Onion CrownMovement doesn't hackValue could be better with lower price" Read more

8 customers mention0 positive8 negative

Customers are not happy with the movement of the watch. They mention that it is noisy, the self winding sound is audible from time to time, and the balance is loud. Some say that the movement is cheap sounding.

"...I think it looks better.-The movement does make noises.Overall, I'm happy with this watch...." Read more

"...'charging' component (also seen through the clear back) makes a slight whirring sound as it courses back-and-forth...." Read more

"...Accurate and good looking. The balance is loud though ..." Read more

"...Cons: Indicators are too green, strap is on the cheap side, a bit noisy, non-hacking second hand..." Read more

8 customers mention2 positive6 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the size of the watch. They mention that the standard strap fits a little large on their wrist. Some customers also mention that it's quite tall with some weight.

"...Just thought I'd mention that the strap MAY BE TOO BIG for some wrists." Read more

"...I ultimately returned this watch for a few reasons. It was a bit too large for me. I think 40mm would be perfect...." Read more

"...This "replica" is a much more reasonable size for civilians. Smaller watches are more elegant in my opinion...." Read more

"...Man! I do like this design. The watch is quite tall with some weight ,but the flat back keeps it comfortable with a good quality strap...." Read more

Cool WW2 Era Military Watch!
5 Stars
Cool WW2 Era Military Watch!
I bought this as a birthday gift to myself and was not disappointed! I've been increasingly interested in watches. I have mostly quartz watches but wanted an automatic. I can't tell you how many watch brands and types I've researched before deciding on this one! I was looking for a type of watch that would be unique. This type of watch, the B-Uhr Type B ( which is also referenced as the Flieger or Pilot watch), caught my attention. Originally, it was built during WW2 for Germany's Luftwaffe (air force). These watches were actually quite large; 55mm, and they were worn over the pilot's jacket sleeve. This "replica" is a much more reasonable size for civilians. Smaller watches are more elegant in my opinion. It also has a more modern design with its curved lugs instead of the original flat lugs and it's stainless steel finish, the original having a sand blasted finish.I ran into a few models and brands of this watch before choosing Laco. One thing I liked about this is that it is one of the original companies that made these watches for Luftwaffe. Also, the price was more reasonable. The watches with the "original features" were not enough to convince me that $800 is justified for a watch.Pros:-Affordable. If you want an exact replica, then this is not for you.-Unique-Fairly accurate-It's a hybrid between a mechanical watch(hand wind) and automatic(self wind), which is pretty cool. This means you can either wind it yourself or let your wrist power the watch. The watch reserve lasts for about a day depending on how long you wear it. This kind of watch is really for the person who wants a classic movement. Of course you have a phone, but this kind of watch is really nice to own.-Lume is not bad but nothing special.-Miyota movement. This is a Japanese movements as opposed to the ETA Swiss movement. From what I read, if you have an ETA watch, you'll end up paying more for maintenance when your watch needs it.-You can see the movement from the backCons:-In it's normal state, the crown can be turned to hand wind the watch. The first level doesn't do anything but make clicks and the second level is where you adjust the time. I think this is a generic case they use so that when they want to make the quartz version of the watch, you can change the date with the first level. Not a big deal but unnecessary.-I understand this is a low end line of Laco to compete with other companies but I really think this watch could have done without making the marks and numbers on the dial green. It's a bit distracting and doesn't look good with some watch straps. I would have preferred the more traditional black and white. But then again this is a military watch. The dials looks good with aviator sunglasses with the classic grey-green lens.-The watch strap is apparently leather but it looks and feels cheap. I wish the company would at least make the strap decent. I don't have big wrists but the strap is really bulky and doesn't exactly feel like leather. I just replaced mine with a Zulu strap. I think it looks better.-The movement does make noises.Overall, I'm happy with this watch. I'm fascinated with WW2 and don't get me wrong, Germany has a dark history, but their technological innovations became the foundation of our modern society (the radio, audio recording, car engines, plane engines, medicine, etc). This watch is no different. If you like historical artifacts, then this is for you. The Type A version with the normal hour markers is nice, but I think the Type B has a whole different thing going on. I don't wear this watch for formal occasions. Like I said, the green numbers just doesn't look good with everything, for example when you're wearing a suit, unless your suit is green. Otherwise, very cool tool/military watch.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2016
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5.0 out of 5 stars Cool WW2 Era Military Watch!
Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2016
I bought this as a birthday gift to myself and was not disappointed! I've been increasingly interested in watches. I have mostly quartz watches but wanted an automatic. I can't tell you how many watch brands and types I've researched before deciding on this one! I was looking for a type of watch that would be unique. This type of watch, the B-Uhr Type B ( which is also referenced as the Flieger or Pilot watch), caught my attention. Originally, it was built during WW2 for Germany's Luftwaffe (air force). These watches were actually quite large; 55mm, and they were worn over the pilot's jacket sleeve. This "replica" is a much more reasonable size for civilians. Smaller watches are more elegant in my opinion. It also has a more modern design with its curved lugs instead of the original flat lugs and it's stainless steel finish, the original having a sand blasted finish.

I ran into a few models and brands of this watch before choosing Laco. One thing I liked about this is that it is one of the original companies that made these watches for Luftwaffe. Also, the price was more reasonable. The watches with the "original features" were not enough to convince me that $800 is justified for a watch.

Pros:
-Affordable. If you want an exact replica, then this is not for you.
-Unique
-Fairly accurate
-It's a hybrid between a mechanical watch(hand wind) and automatic(self wind), which is pretty cool. This means you can either wind it yourself or let your wrist power the watch. The watch reserve lasts for about a day depending on how long you wear it. This kind of watch is really for the person who wants a classic movement. Of course you have a phone, but this kind of watch is really nice to own.
-Lume is not bad but nothing special.
-Miyota movement. This is a Japanese movements as opposed to the ETA Swiss movement. From what I read, if you have an ETA watch, you'll end up paying more for maintenance when your watch needs it.
-You can see the movement from the back

Cons:
-In it's normal state, the crown can be turned to hand wind the watch. The first level doesn't do anything but make clicks and the second level is where you adjust the time. I think this is a generic case they use so that when they want to make the quartz version of the watch, you can change the date with the first level. Not a big deal but unnecessary.
-I understand this is a low end line of Laco to compete with other companies but I really think this watch could have done without making the marks and numbers on the dial green. It's a bit distracting and doesn't look good with some watch straps. I would have preferred the more traditional black and white. But then again this is a military watch. The dials looks good with aviator sunglasses with the classic grey-green lens.
-The watch strap is apparently leather but it looks and feels cheap. I wish the company would at least make the strap decent. I don't have big wrists but the strap is really bulky and doesn't exactly feel like leather. I just replaced mine with a Zulu strap. I think it looks better.
-The movement does make noises.

Overall, I'm happy with this watch. I'm fascinated with WW2 and don't get me wrong, Germany has a dark history, but their technological innovations became the foundation of our modern society (the radio, audio recording, car engines, plane engines, medicine, etc). This watch is no different. If you like historical artifacts, then this is for you. The Type A version with the normal hour markers is nice, but I think the Type B has a whole different thing going on. I don't wear this watch for formal occasions. Like I said, the green numbers just doesn't look good with everything, for example when you're wearing a suit, unless your suit is green. Otherwise, very cool tool/military watch.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2017
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5.0 out of 5 stars WWII Heritage On Your Wrist
Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2017
For those of you Fleiger/B-Uhr WWII Pilot Watch nuts on the fence about whether to spend the extra $$ to get this watch or one of the cheaper (but still very decent) Asian-made fleiger-type watches (Aeromatic 1912, Geckota K1, Seiko 5, etc.), remember this: Laco made one of the original 40s fleiger watches, and this continues that legacy of precision time keeping. Seriously, you won't regret getting this one at all. Having this on your wrist instantly brings with it a story, a timeless history, and German-made value you can't find in those cheaper alternatives. My wife gave this to me on Father's Day 2017, and I wear mine with pride - by no means is it because I adhere to Nazi ideals, but because I admire the watch's heritage of German precision, craftsmanship and quality.

*Note: You may notice I have on a different strap than what it's pictured with. That's because the standard strap fits a little large on my wrist. The highest hole wasn't high enough, and I didn't want to punch a hole on this beautiful leather Laco-standard strap, so I just bought an old-world, slightly rugged styled "Ranger" strap from Hirsch and it made the watch fit better.

Just thought I'd mention that the strap MAY BE TOO BIG for some wrists.
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