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AVI-8 Spitfire Lock ChronographvsDryden Chrono Diver Hometown

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Spitfire Lock Chronograph
AVI-8Spitfire Lock Chronograph
MSRP $260
Chrono Diver Hometown
DrydenChrono Diver Hometown
MSRP $349

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Lock Chronograph42mm
Chrono Diver Hometown42mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Lock Chronograph40h
Chrono Diver Hometown40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Lock Chronograph50m
Chrono Diver Hometown100m
MSRP
Spitfire Lock Chronograph$260
Chrono Diver Hometown$349

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Thickness
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
MIDNIGHT OAK
Steel

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$260
$349

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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.

Dryden Chrono Diver Hometown

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Dryden Chrono Diver for its fit, feel, and finishing, with many appreciating its vintage-inspired design and the value it offers at its price point. The Seiko VK63 meca-quartz movement is frequently cited as a reliable and cost-effective choice. Some owners note that the chronograph pushers lack the tactile click of mechanical chronographs, and the 42mm case with a 49mm lug-to-lug may wear large on smaller wrists. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Chrono Diver highly for its attractive design and excellent finishing at the price.

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