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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsChristopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300

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Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
C60 Trident Pro 300
Christopher WardC60 Trident Pro 300
MSRP $1,095

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
C60 Trident Pro 30040mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
C60 Trident Pro 30038h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
C60 Trident Pro 300300m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
C60 Trident Pro 300$1,095

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
11.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.45mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
300m
Caseback
Solid
Display

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Jewels
25
26
Complications
None
Day-date, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$1,095

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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 C60 Trident Pro 300

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300 for its top-notch case finishing, buttery bracelet with on-the-fly micro-adjust, and awesome lume. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the dial's excellent finishing and applied indexes, the premium feel of the 120-click bezel with minimal backplay, and the smooth crown operation. The bracelet articulates smoothly with tight tolerances, and the quick-release system is durable. Some owners note the Sellita SW200-1 movement's 38-hour power reserve as a minor criticism, and one owner points out that the "30" on the bezel may not perfectly align. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300 highly for its exceptional finishing and comfortable bracelet at the price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's improved proportions and balanced design are praised. The bezel action is noted as smooth and precise. Reviewers disagree on the value proposition, with one seeing it as a benchmark for quality at its price, while another considers it expensive compared to mainstream Swiss divers.

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