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Sugess Pilot Army Mechanical

Sugess Pilot Army Mechanical
BrandSugess
Reference1963
Size40mm
MovementSea-Gull ST1901
CategoryChinese

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A 40mm version of the 1963 Pilot Chronograph, powered by the Sea-Gull ST1901 manual-wind movement with a swan-neck regulator.

Technical Specifications

SpecificationValue
Case Diameter40.0 mm
Case Thickness13.0 mm
Lug-to-Lug~51 mm (per retailer listing)
Lug Width20.0 mm
Case Material316L Stainless Steel
CrystalSapphire
Water Resistance50 meters (5 bar)
Movement CaliberSea-Gull ST1901
Movement TypeHand-wound column-wheel chronograph, swan-neck regulator
FunctionsChronograph, small seconds, luminous
Additional Features1963 PLA Air Force chronograph heritage, 40mm modern sizing

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