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AVI-8 Spitfire Lock ChronographvsVario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

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Spitfire Lock Chronograph
AVI-8Spitfire Lock Chronograph
MSRP $260
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
Vario1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
MSRP $218

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Lock Chronograph42mm
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Lock Chronograph40h
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Lock Chronograph50m
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz50m
MSRP
Spitfire Lock Chronograph$260
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz$218

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
41mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
MIDNIGHT OAK
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2070/2170

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$260
$218

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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.

Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz for its superb case finishing, legibility, and premium look, with its 40mm size proving comfortable for many wrists. Reviewers highlight its incredible value at $198, featuring a Miyota solar quartz movement and polished chamfers adding unexpected style. Some owners note the lume is poor and the 50-meter water resistance is limited, while others desire a big date complication not supported by the solar movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz highly for its excellent finishing and value proposition.

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