# A Beloved Affordable Microbrand Just Launched Its Take on a Pilot’s Watch

> When it comes to World War II pilot’s watches, the German Fliegers get most of the attention. But a watch designed by an American Navy pilot and commissioned by the British RAF is getting some love through another…

- **Source:** [Gearpatrol](https://www.gearpatrol.com/watches/urban-gentry-lorier-merlin/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6875a30073929d9ecf0970f2)
- **Published:** 2025-07-15
- **Category:** Wearables
- **Tags:** #pilot #watch #affordable #beloved #launched #microbrand #take #american
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