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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsBremont Broadsword

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Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
Broadsword
BremontBroadsword
MSRP $3,850

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
Broadsword40mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
Broadsword40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
Broadsword100m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
Broadsword$3,850

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Field
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
Bronze

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
BE-95-2AV

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$3,850

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What people say

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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith Automatic

Owners praise the AVI-8 Spitfire Smith Automatic for its dial depth created by elevated numerals, a deeply signed buckle, and detailed case sides. The watch is also noted for being practically mark-free with no dings found, and comes with a barely worn brown leather AVI-8 OEM strap. On balance, owners rate the AVI-8 Spitfire Smith Automatic highly for its detailed finishing and pristine condition.

Bremont Broadsword

Owners widely praise the Bremont Broadsword for its versatile GADA (go anywhere, do anything) capability, noting it pairs well with various straps and can be dressed up or down. One owner highlights the impressive build quality and finishing, while another specifically commends the sandwich dial. A few marks from strap changes were noted by one owner. Overall, owners rate the Bremont Broadsword highly for its versatility and build quality.

From video reviewers

The bead-blasted 40mm steel case finishing is a consistent strength. No shared weaknesses were identified. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any points.

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