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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsChristopher Ward The Twelve 40 (Ti)

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Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
The Twelve 40 (Ti)
Christopher WardThe Twelve 40 (Ti)
MSRP $1,775

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
The Twelve 40 (Ti)44.5mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
The Twelve 40 (Ti)56h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
The Twelve 40 (Ti)100m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
The Twelve 40 (Ti)$1,775

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Pilot
Sport
Diameter
42mm
44.5mm
Thickness
8.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
25mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
Blue
Lume
None
SLN X1 BL C1

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
56h
Complications
None
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$1,775

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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.

Christopher Ward The Twelve 40 (Ti)

Christopher Ward The Twelve 40 (Ti) is lauded for its exceptional value, comfort, and COSC-certified Sellita SW300-1 movement. Reviewers highlight its lightweight titanium case, under 9mm thick, and solid finishing that accentuates the material's subtle contrast. Some desire more design originality and a bracelet micro-adjust system. Overall, reviewers rate Christopher Ward The Twelve 40 (Ti) highly for its impressive value and comfortable wearability.

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