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AVI-8 Spitfire Lock ChronographvsSpinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

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Spitfire Lock Chronograph
AVI-8Spitfire Lock Chronograph
MSRP $260
Tesei Bronze Swiss
SpinnakerTesei Bronze Swiss
MSRP $850

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Lock Chronograph42mm
Tesei Bronze Swiss43mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Lock Chronograph40h
Tesei Bronze Swiss40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Lock Chronograph50m
Tesei Bronze Swiss300m
MSRP
Spitfire Lock Chronograph$260
Tesei Bronze Swiss$850

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
16mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
MIDNIGHT OAK
Green

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$260
$850

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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.

Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

Owners praise the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss for its incredible macro-level detail and sharp design, noting its bronze case, ceramic bezel, and wave dial. The inclusion of a Sellita SW200 Swiss movement is highlighted. One owner expressed a desire for a smaller 39-40mm variant, stating it would be their ultimate bronze diver if such a size were offered. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss highly for its detailed finishing and bronze diver aesthetic.

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