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P-1 Pilot
Pre-order 43mm
Description
The explorers of yesteryear may not have known it at the time, but their globe-trotting adventures helped inspire the design of our P-1 Pilot. With a minimal look based on the watches they wore, the P-1 is a contemporary update on the early 20th century pilot’s watch. For this new edition we’ve updated the P-1 with a refined, streamlined case shape for comfort, a 3D Aera logo and numerals and a new Elabore grade Swiss automatic movement. Made from brushed 904L stainless steel and with our signature dished, one-piece dial, this is a watch to reach for when anything could happen.
Built for adventures big and small, The P-1 is the pilot’s watch at its most minimal. We’ve dialled everything back to its purest form, while retaining the characteristically large numerals, big crown and outer seconds track that define the pilot.
Designed to be enjoyed for a lifetime and to be enjoyed in the process, we’ve engineered the P-1 out of the best materials we could find. There’s corrosion-resistant 904L stainless steel for the case and buckle, which have been brushed to give a sleek, rugged feel. An automatic, Elabore grade Sellita movement provides the power, while our signature one-piece, dished dial is seen here in its most dramatic form. It’s paired with a domed sapphire crystal, furthering the sense of depth within the display.
It has always been important for pilot watches to be easy to read. This is the case with the P-1’s large numerals and outer seconds track, which are visible at any angle you look at them. This is true at night too, where the numerals, hands and markers light up with a bright white glow thanks to the 3-D Swiss Super LumiNova®. For further functional appeal, turn the watch over to reveal the newly designed case back, fixed down with six visible screws adding a utilitarian look and feel.
Available in an edition of 300, each P-1 includes a Scuba Black rubber strap as well as an additional strap, which can be chosen from a pre-selected range. Both come with our quick release mechanism, so they can be swapped out with ease.
Shipping & Returns
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Local duties and taxes are included in the price advertised for deliveries to the UK, US, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Czechia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Isle of Man, Italy, Japan, Jersey, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, & United Arab Emirates.
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3 year warranty
All Aera watches come with have a two-year limited warranty from the date of purchase. You can easily extend the warranty for one additional year by visiting the Warranty page and registering your watch. We undertake to repair, free of charge, including shipping, any problem with the functions of the watch that result from defective manufacturing. If there is mechanical failure of the movement within the warranty period, rectification will include reseal and complementary refresh of the case.
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P-1 Pilot
A contemporary take on the classic Pilot Watch.
Inspired by early aviation tool watches, the P-1 celebrates flight’s pioneering spirit - combining the precision once vital for navigation and survival with a refined, minimal design built for modern exploration.
| Swiss Made |
| 43mm Diameter |
| Sellita SW200-1 Elabore Grade Automatic Movement |
| 3-Year Warranty* |
| Edition of 300 pieces |
Precision Case Engineering
Crafted from brushed 904L stainless steel, the P-1 Pilot delivers exceptional strength and corrosion resistance. Minimal yet enduring, it embodies the pioneering spirit of early aviators through refined, functional design.
| Material | 904L stainless steel |
|---|---|
| Lug-to-lug | 49.7mm |
| Lug width | 22mm |
| Thickness | 14.8mm |
| Weight without strap | 82g |
| Water resistance | 10ATM/100m |
Movement and Display
Powered by a Swiss automatic Sellita movement, the P-1 pairs Aera’s signature dished dial and domed sapphire crystal with luminous numerals and markers for clarity, depth, and reliability in any light.
| 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz) |
| 38-hour power reserve |
| 26 jewels |
| Swiss Super-LumiNova® |
| Hacking seconds |
"I've been looking for a modern pilots watch for some time, as most of the market seems dominated by retro designs, so just from viewing the first images of the Aera P1 I was intrigued... The quality is superb, the time keeping not far off COSC (-5/7 seconds a day) and I do love the design language... the build quality is incredibly robust at this price point, and the use of 904L steel really does elevate it above a lot of watches at this price and above."
"Got my Pilot P-1 today delivered in the suburbs of Paris, France, you should see the grin on my face. Been collecting watches for a while now, most of them worn only a couple of times, close but no cigar... This one is another level of class and attention to details, at the same time understated and timeless, simple and sophisticated; everything in this design fits perfectly, from the long smooth second hand to the domed saphire meeting the dials smoothly up in the air."
"I've owned a P-1 Pilot for about a week and haven't wanted to take it off. It's so comfortable and beautiful. The domed crystal is striking, and quite unlike any other watch I own. It's full of well designed touches that give personality without being fussy."
"Aera P1 is a thoroughly modern and beautifully made take on the Pilot watch. I've been looking at Pilot watches for a long time. Drawn by the large easy read dial and the large crown but put off by the standard designs – the P1 is a game changer."
"I recently purchased a AERA P-1 Pilot watch and I love it, the case and domed sapphire glass is a work of art. Also the 3 straps that the watch came with are comfortable and are very well made... AERA customer service is excellent. Keep up the good work – 10 out of 10."
"Fantastic modern pilot watch that still keeps some of the ingredients of the classic pilot watch. Love the rounded case shape and the way the high dome crystal is integrated into the case. Easy to read numerals and pretty good lume... All in all a very good package and great value."
“Aera did manage to offer a surprisingly fresh take on not one but two rather traditional categories.”
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