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AVI-8 Spitfire Lock ChronographvsCWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top

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Spitfire Lock Chronograph
AVI-8Spitfire Lock Chronograph
MSRP $260
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top
CWCRN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top
MSRP $604

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Lock Chronograph42mm
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top41mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Lock Chronograph40h
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Lock Chronograph50m
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top300m
MSRP
Spitfire Lock Chronograph$260
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top$604

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
MIDNIGHT OAK
CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top (RN300-MT QS120)
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 517

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$260
$604

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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.

CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top

Owners widely praise the CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top for its excellent matte case finishing, precise seconds hand alignment, and dial reminiscent of vintage military watches. The Mk.2 upgrades, including a sapphire crystal, improved lume, and a precise 120-click bezel described as perfection with no play, are consistently highlighted as significant improvements over earlier versions. One owner noted the quartz movement gained 8 seconds over several months. Overall, owners rate the CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top highly for its solid construction, military significance, and terrific value.

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