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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsChristopher Ward C63 Colchester

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Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
C63 Colchester
Christopher WardC63 Colchester
MSRP $1,615

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
C63 Colchester47.5mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
C63 Colchester38h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
C63 Colchester150m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
C63 Colchester$1,615

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diameter
42mm
47.5mm
Thickness
12.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Injected carbon
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$1,615

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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 C63 Colchester

The Christopher Ward C63 Colchester is praised for its extremely lightweight, 41mm forged carbon case and dial, weighing only 38 grams, and its COSC-certified Sellita SW200 movement. Some owners report the lume lasts all night, while others note the red seconds hand can be difficult to see in low light. The recessed crown is a point of discussion, with one owner finding it difficult to manipulate due to its thinness and another suggesting it may be gimmicky. The watch is offered at $925. Overall, owners appreciate the unique materials and lightweight design of the Christopher Ward C63 Colchester, though some express concerns about the crown functionality and price point.

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