# Aircraft Instrument-Inspired Timepieces The NAV-03 Series Automatic Pilot Watches are Durable By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-03-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automatic-pilot-watches References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/automatic-watches-inspired-by-aircraft-instruments-01-03-2019/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/683489033/automatic-pilot-watches-inspired-by-aircraft-instr) The NAV-03 Series Automatic Pilot Watches have been created by designer Brendon Nunes as a lineup of timepieces for consumers who are seeking a modern interpretation of [classic aviation equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bell-ross-br03-chrono-rafale-solo-display). Inexpensively priced and crafted with an attention to quality, the timepieces are all inspired by the [primary flight instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dango-specops-watch) that can be observed in the cockpit of virtual every aircraft out there. This brings a touch of aviation excellence to the wearer's wrist that will let them show off their prowess for air travel or as a chic finishing touch for those with a penchant for premium timepieces. The NAV-03 Series Automatic Pilot Watches come in either stainless steel or [black PVD sandblasted finishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unimatic-x-maxfield-modello-tre-u3sm-chronograph-watch) to help them stand out or be a subtle statement piece in any outfit. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro-inspired Timepieces:** Opportunity for creating modern interpretations of classic designs in the watch industry. - **Aviation-inspired Accessories:** Disruptive innovation potential in developing products inspired by aviation equipment. - **Affordable Luxury Watches:** Opportunity to offer high-quality timepieces at a more accessible price point. ### Where This Applies - **Luxury Watches:** Potential for introducing affordable luxury watches to reach a wider market. - **Fashion Accessories:** Opportunity to create aviation-inspired accessories that cater to fashion-conscious consumers. - **Design and Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation potential in designing and manufacturing watch collections inspired by aircraft instruments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimalist Concave Dial Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aera-p1-pilot-watch.md) - [Modern Pilot GMT Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flieger-45g.md) - [Blacked-Out Pilot Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heritage-pilot-watch.md) - [Nature-Inspired Watch Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iwc-pilots-watch-colors-of-top-gun.md) - [Posh Pilot Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hamilton-khaki-aviation-pilot-collection.md) - [Textured Turbine-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oris-propilot-date.md) - [Collaboration Yacht Builder Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aera-x-firmship-p1-pilot.md) - [Landscape-Inspired Timepeices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breitling-superocean-heritage-57-highlands.md) - [Limited-Edition Maritime Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/p1-pilot.md)