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AVI-8 Spitfire Lock ChronographvsSeiko Essentials Solar

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Spitfire Lock Chronograph
AVI-8Spitfire Lock Chronograph
MSRP $260
Essentials Solar
SeikoEssentials Solar
MSRP $375

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Lock Chronograph42mm
Essentials Solar30.5mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Lock Chronograph40h
Essentials Solar40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Lock Chronograph50m
Essentials Solar
MSRP
Spitfire Lock Chronograph$260
Essentials Solar$375

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
30.5mm
Thickness
12mm
6.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
37.7mm
Lug Width
22mm
12mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
Splash Resistant

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
Dial Color
MIDNIGHT OAK
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
V115

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$260
$375

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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.

Seiko Essentials Solar

Owners find the Seiko Essentials Solar a beautiful and lightweight daily wear, particularly for its value on the grey market. One owner noted the 41mm size did not appear large in person. A single owner reported an orange stripe on a stopwatch button detached due to heat. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Solar highly for its attractive aesthetic and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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