{"product_id":"laco-aachen-39-type-b-automatic-pilot-watch","title":"Laco Aachen 39 Type B Automatic Pilot Watch","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe Laco Aachen 39 pays tribute to the legendary observation watches developed during the 1940s, when only a handful of manufacturers were authorised to produce precision navigation instruments for military aviation.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts distinctive\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eType B (Baumuster B) dial prioritises the minute track on the outer ring, while the hours are displayed on a smaller inner circle. Designed to improve readability during navigation, this layout became one of the defining characteristics of the historic Beobachtungsuhr and remains one of the most recognisable pilot watch designs ever created.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, the Aachen 39 faithfully recreates those historic proportions in a more wearable size, making it equally suited to daily wear and serious collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInspiration \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery detail of the Aachen reflects the practical philosophy behind the original Flieger watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe matte black Type B dial is intentionally uncluttered, allowing the outer minute scale to dominate while the inner hour ring provides quick orientation. The signature triangle at 12 o'clock, oversized onion crown and riveted leather strap all remain faithful to the specifications that defined Laco's historic pilot watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than simply borrowing vintage styling cues, the Aachen is built by one of the manufacturers that helped establish them, giving the watch an authenticity few modern pilot watches can genuinely claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDial \u0026amp; Case\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe matte-finished stainless steel case measures 39mm in diameter, striking an ideal balance between historical proportions and contemporary wearability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA scratch-resistant sapphire crystal protects the highly legible dial, while the sapphire exhibition caseback offers a view of the automatic movement. Super-LumiNova C3 on both the numerals and hands ensures excellent legibility in low-light conditions, while the vintage brown calf leather strap with traditional rivets completes the classic Flieger aesthetic. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMovement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aachen 39 is powered by the Laco 2S automatic movement, based on the reliable Miyota 82S0 calibre. Equipped with hacking seconds, it allows the second hand to stop when the crown is pulled for precise time setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReliable, easy to maintain and proven in everyday use, the movement complements the watch's functional heritage while delivering dependable mechanical performance. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFinal Thoughts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aachen 39 demonstrates that authenticity doesn't depend on size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining genuine Flieger heritage with a balanced 39 mm case, it captures everything enthusiasts appreciate about traditional German pilot watches while offering comfort for everyday wear. For anyone seeking an authentic Type B Flieger from one of the original manufacturers, the Aachen 39 is a compelling place to begin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eExplore the Collection\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover more from Laco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/redarmywatches.com\/collections\/laco-pilot-watches\"\u003ePilot Watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/redarmywatches.com\/collections\/laco-navy-watches\"\u003eNavy Watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/redarmywatches.com\/collections\/laco-chronographs\"\u003eChronographs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/redarmywatches.com\/collections\/laco\"\u003eView All Laco Watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 562px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 133.01px;\"\u003eCase size:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 412.99px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e39mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 133.01px;\"\u003eCase material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 412.99px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatte finish stainless steel case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 133.01px;\"\u003eCase back:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 412.99px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExhibition caseback with sapphire crystal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 133.01px;\"\u003eMovement type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 412.99px;\"\u003eAutomatic\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 133.01px;\"\u003eMovement no.: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 412.99px;\"\u003eLaco 2S based on Miyota 82S0\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 133.01px;\"\u003ePower reserve:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 412.99px;\"\u003eApprox 42hrs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 133.01px;\"\u003eDial:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 412.99px;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eBlack matte dial with SuperLuminova C3-coated hands, numerals and indices\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 133.01px;\"\u003eGlass:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 412.99px;\"\u003eSapphire crystal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 133.01px;\"\u003eWater resistance:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 412.99px;\"\u003e5ATM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 133.01px;\"\u003eStrap type:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 412.99px;\"\u003eLeather\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 133.01px;\"\u003eStrap material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 412.99px;\"\u003eBrown calf with rivets\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 133.01px;\"\u003eBuckle:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 412.99px;\"\u003eTang buckle\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 133.01px;\"\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 412.99px;\"\u003e2 years\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46904518738239,"sku":"LC.861990","price":568.81,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/5276\/7039\/files\/laco-aachen-39-type-b-automatic-pilot-watch-front.png?v=1785399627","url":"https:\/\/redarmywatches.com\/products\/laco-aachen-39-type-b-automatic-pilot-watch","provider":"redarmywatches.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}