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Pilot Watches

When it comes to pilot watches, there's only one criterion in determining it's quality: how practical it is.

Manufacturers produce an endless stream of varieties. Every supplier online showcases pilot watches from luxury brands. These sell for thousands of pounds, with companies forgetting that there are plenty at price points in between.

These timepieces not only speak to fashion but also lifestyle and piloting activities (which is the focus of our article). They look outstanding, but the price is prohibitive. Not everyone can afford a price point of over £1,000.

That’s why we're here to find the world's best pilot watches under £500.

Traditionally, the best pilot watches have some distinct features that address the pilot's needs. These might include seeing the numbers quickly under any weather conditions, an extra bezel marking for calculations, and dual time features that allow the pilot to track different time zones conveniently.

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PI42GMLEBRXX &Pioneer mens tan watch - white dial - gun metal case
PI42GMLEBRXX &Pioneer mens tan watch - white dial - gun metal case

Pioneer

White Dial - Brown Leather
£229.00
PI42GMLEBLBL &Pioneer gunmetal watch - black dial - black leather strap
PI42GMLEBLBL &Pioneer gunmetal watch - black dial - black leather strap

Pioneer

Black Dial - Black Leather
£229.00
outlet sale
PI42SILEBLTG
PI42SILEBLTG

Pioneer

Textured Grey Dial - Black Leather
£115.00 £229.00
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PI42GMLEBLXX &Pioneer gunmetal watch - white dial - black leather strap
PI42GMLEBLXX &Pioneer gunmetal watch - white dial - black leather strap

Pioneer

White Dial - Black Leather
£229.00
PI42GMMEGUXX &Pioneer gunmetal watch - white dial - mesh strap
PI42GMMEGUXX &Pioneer gunmetal watch - white dial - mesh strap

Pioneer

White Dial - Mesh
£239.00
Pioneer - BUNDLE Black Dial Gun Metal | Brown / Black Leather Strap
PI42GMBLLEBRLEBL

Pioneer

BUNDLE Black Dial Gun Metal | Brown / Black Leather Strap
£134.00 £268.00
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PI42SILEBRNA &Pioneer mens tan watch - navy dial - silver case
PI42SILEBRNA &Pioneer mens tan watch - navy dial - silver case

Pioneer

Navy Dial - Brown Leather
£229.00
PI42SIXXLEBRLEBL
PI42SIXXLEBRLEBL

Pioneer

BUNDLE White Dial Silver | Brown / Black Leather Strap
£134.00 £268.00
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PI42GM3LGUXX &Pioneer gunmetal watch - white dial -3 link strap
PI42GM3LGUXX &Pioneer gunmetal watch - white dial -3 link strap

Pioneer

White Dial - 3-Link
£249.00
special edition
PI42BL3LBLTB
PI42BL3LBLTB

Pioneer

Textured Black Dial - 3-Link
£249.00
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PI42GMRUBLTG
PI42GMRUBLTG

Pioneer

Textured Grey Dial - Black Silicone
£110.00 £219.00
-50%
PI42SIRUBLTB
PI42SIRUBLTB

Pioneer

Textured Black Dial - Black Silicone
£110.00 £219.00
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PI42SIRUBLXX &Pioneer mens watch rubber strap - white dial - silver case
PI42SIRUBLXX &Pioneer mens watch rubber strap - white dial - silver case

Pioneer

White Dial - Black Silicone
£110.00 £219.00
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PI42GMRUBLBL &Pioneer mens watch rubber strap - black dial - gun metal case
PI42GMRUBLBL &Pioneer mens watch rubber strap - black dial - gun metal case

Pioneer

Black Dial - Black Silicone
£110.00 £219.00
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PI42GMLEBRBL &Pioneer mens tan watch - black dial - gun metal case
PI42GMLEBRBL &Pioneer mens tan watch - black dial - gun metal case

Pioneer

Black Dial - Brown Leather
£229.00
PI42GM3LGUNA &Pioneer gunmetal watch - navy blue dial - 3 link strap
PI42GM3LGUNA &Pioneer gunmetal watch - navy blue dial - 3 link strap

Pioneer

Navy Dial - 3-Link
£249.00
PI42GM3LGUBL &Pioneer gunmetal watch - black dial - 3 link strap
PI42GM3LGUBL &Pioneer gunmetal watch - black dial - 3 link strap

Pioneer

Black Dial - 3-Link
£249.00
outlet sale
PI42SILEBRBS &Pioneer mens tan watch - sunray brown dial - silver case
PI42SILEBRBS &Pioneer mens tan watch - sunray brown dial - silver case

Pioneer

Brown Sunray Dial - Brown Leather
£115.00 £229.00
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PI42SILENANA &Pioneer silver watch mens - navy blue dial - navy blue leather strap
PI42SILENANA &Pioneer silver watch mens - navy blue dial - navy blue leather strap

Pioneer

Navy Dial - Navy Leather
£229.00
PI42GMNYNAXX &Pioneer gunmetal watch - white dial - navy nylon strap
PI42GMNYNAXX &Pioneer gunmetal watch - white dial - navy nylon strap

Pioneer

White Dial - Navy NATO
£219.00
PI42GMMEGUNA &Pioneer gunmetal watch - navy blue dial - mesh strap
PI42GMMEGUNA &Pioneer gunmetal watch - navy blue dial - mesh strap

Pioneer

Navy Dial - Mesh
£239.00
Pioneer - BUNDLE Black Dial Silver | Brown Leather / Black Leather / Silver Mesh Strap
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Pioneer

BUNDLE Black Dial Silver | Brown Leather / Black Leather / Silver Mesh Strap
£159.00 £317.00
-50%
PI42SINAMESILENA
PI42SINAMESILENA

Pioneer

BUNDLE Navy Dial Silver | Silver Mesh / Navy Leather Straps
£139.00 £278.00
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PI42SINYBLXX &Pioneer silver watch mens - white dial - black nylon strap
PI42SINYBLXX &Pioneer silver watch mens - white dial - black nylon strap

Pioneer

White Dial - Black NATO
£219.00
PI42GMMEGUBL &Pioneer gunmetal watch - black dial - silver mesh strap
PI42GMMEGUBL &Pioneer gunmetal watch - black dial - silver mesh strap

Pioneer

Black Dial - Mesh
£239.00
PI42GMLEBCXX &Pioneer gunmetal watch - white dial - black leather strap
PI42GMLEBCXX &Pioneer gunmetal watch - white dial - black leather strap

Pioneer

White Dial - Black Croc Leather
£115.00 £229.00
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PI42GMLENAXX &Pioneer gunmetal watch - white dial - navy leather strap
PI42GMLENAXX &Pioneer gunmetal watch - white dial - navy leather strap

Pioneer

White Dial - Navy Leather
£239.00
PI42SIXXMESILEBL
PI42SIXXMESILEBL

Pioneer

BUNDLE White Dial Silver | Silver Mesh / Black Leather Straps
£139.00 £278.00
-50%
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PI42GMLEBCBL &Pioneer gunmetal watch - black dial - black croc leather strap
PI42GMLEBCBL &Pioneer gunmetal watch - black dial - black croc leather strap

Pioneer

Black Dial - Black Croc Leather
£115.00 £229.00
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PI42GM3LGUGS &Pioneer gunmetal watch - green sunray dial - 3 link strap
PI42GM3LGUGS &Pioneer gunmetal watch - green sunray dial - 3 link strap

Pioneer

Green Sunray Dial - 3-Link
£249.00

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PI42GMVEDOBL &Pioneer gunmetal watch - black dial - dove grey leather strap
PI42GMVEDOBL &Pioneer gunmetal watch - black dial - dove grey leather strap

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Black Dial - Dove Grey Vegan Leather
£239.00
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NR36SILEBRXX NR40SILEBRXX NR28SILEBRXX &Native silver watch mens - white dial - brown leather strap
NR32SILEBRXX &Native ladies leather strap watches - white dial - silver case

Native

White Dial - Brown Leather
£139.00
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£164.00
PH36SI3LSIXX PH40SI3LSIXX &Philosopher silver watch mens -white dial - 3 link strap
PH36SI3LSIXX PH40SI3LSIXX &Philosopher silver watch mens -white dial - 3 link strap

Philosopher

3-Link
£194.00
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Other features might include altimeters, compasses, chronographs, and slide rules that will enable pilots to measure calculations with ease. It’s this array of features that make an aviator’s watch quite pricey.

Finding an affordable yet the best pilot watch under £500 is extremely difficult.

That’s why we’ve taken a close look at our range. These models aren’t traditional aviation watches in terms of features. You wouldn’t get a full-featured option under 200 or even 500 pounds.

Our models are the same in terms of classic styling, precision, and quality. They’re priced under £500 without looking cheap. They’re the creations of Jakob Wagner, the top Scandinavian designer.

Each model is the epitome of the Scandinavian concept of Hygge.

What is Hygge?

Hygge’s quite a far-reaching concept. It entails bringing more contentment into your life by simplifying. Our watches embrace the simplicity of design that is the trademark of this concept. Danish watch brands have fully embraced this concept. 

Nordgreen's Selection of Pilot Models

At Nordreens, we made a choice early on – quality or features. In true aviator style, we chose quality above an extensive range of features.

Our watches don’t have all the bells and whistles, but they work flawlessly. With our high-quality options, you’ll never be late for your flight again.

We craft each wristwatch in our range to provide you with the best quality at fair prices.

Are you buying for someone special? Then check out our Gift Guide.

The Pioneer

Nordgreen focuses on simple styling and flawless design. Our Pioneer model is part of our exclusive range and has the classic elegance of an aviator’s watch.  It was designed around the classic chronograph but offered a more pared down look. At Nordgreen, it is hands down the best pilot watch under £500.

There are two dials on the face – the seconds' hand and the stopwatch.

Unlike our other models, the dial here comes in one size only. It’s a bold 42mm and perfect for making a style statement. We don't offer smaller sizes in this model because it would look cramped. We do provide other customisations.

The Philosopher

The Philosopher offers a more pared-down style than the Pioneer. It doesn't have inset dials. What it does have is the date and a third hand to count away the seconds. The hours and minutes are marked too. That makes it easy to stay on track during any pre-flight checks. 

The Native

Don’t like the chronograph look? Want a pilot-quality watch without all the fussy features? Then the Native might suit you better. Only the hours are marked on the dial, so it’s the perfect minimalist option.  

The Infinity

Want something that offers the clean lines of the Native and the extra detailing of the Philosopher? The Infinity has the hours and minutes marked. It doesn't have the date on the dial or a second hand. The overall design is cleaner because there are no lugs.

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