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AVI-8 Spitfire Lock ChronographvsGrand Seiko SBGV239

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Spitfire Lock Chronograph
AVI-8Spitfire Lock Chronograph
MSRP $260
SBGV239
Grand SeikoSBGV239
MSRP $3,100

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Lock Chronograph42mm
SBGV23940mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Lock Chronograph40h
SBGV23940h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Lock Chronograph50m
SBGV239100m
MSRP
Spitfire Lock Chronograph$260
SBGV239$3,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
46.2mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
MIDNIGHT OAK
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
9F82

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$260
$3,100

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGV239

The Grand Seiko SBGV239 is widely praised for its superb timekeeping from the 9F Quartz movement and its excellent finishing, which exceeds expectations. Owners highlight the dial's ability to pop even in poor lighting and its deep blue color that can appear black. The watch's 40mm diameter is also frequently cited as a positive attribute for wearability. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGV239 highly for its exceptional finishing and the precise timekeeping of its 9F Quartz movement.

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