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AVI-8 Spitfire Lock ChronographvsAVI-8 Spitfire Smith Automatic

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Spitfire Lock Chronograph
AVI-8Spitfire Lock Chronograph
MSRP $260
Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Lock Chronograph42mm
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Lock Chronograph40h
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Lock Chronograph50m
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
MSRP
Spitfire Lock Chronograph$260
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Chronograph
Pilot
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
MIDNIGHT OAK
WOOLSTON

Movement

1 specs
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$260
$490

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What people say

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AVI-8 Spitfire Lock Chronograph

Owners widely report AVI-8 watches offer a compelling design and are decently well made for the price. The AVI-8 Spitfire Lock Chronograph features a 42mm stainless steel case with curved lugs, a bi-compax meca-quartz movement, and a mineral crystal, with design elements inspired by Supermarine Spitfires. One owner notes that AVI-8 watches are "something different" and "decently well made," though not of "insane quality." On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the AVI-8 Spitfire Lock Chronograph for its unique design and value proposition.

AVI-8 Spitfire Smith Automatic

Owners praise the AVI-8 Spitfire Smith Automatic for its dial depth created by elevated numerals, a deeply signed buckle, and detailed case sides. The watch is also noted for being practically mark-free with no dings found, and comes with a barely worn brown leather AVI-8 OEM strap. On balance, owners rate the AVI-8 Spitfire Smith Automatic highly for its detailed finishing and pristine condition.

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