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AVI-8 Spitfire Lock ChronographvsVaer Tactical Field (DLC)

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Spitfire Lock Chronograph
AVI-8Spitfire Lock Chronograph
MSRP $260
Tactical Field (DLC)
VaerTactical Field (DLC)
MSRP $499

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Lock Chronograph42mm
Tactical Field (DLC)36mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Lock Chronograph40h
Tactical Field (DLC)40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Lock Chronograph50m
Tactical Field (DLC)100m
MSRP
Spitfire Lock Chronograph$260
Tactical Field (DLC)$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
12mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
43mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
MIDNIGHT OAK
DLC

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Type
Quartz
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$260
$499

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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.

Vaer Tactical Field (DLC)

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tactical Field for its lightweight versatility and interesting design, with one owner highlighting the brand's excellent customer service. Some owners report issues with marker alignment, specifically at the 12 o'clock position and the seconds hand not hitting markers precisely, though the company offered resolutions. One owner noted a crunchy winding action. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its lightweight versatility and interesting design.

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