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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsChristopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2

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Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
C65 Sandhurst Series 2
Christopher WardC65 Sandhurst Series 2
MSRP $1,375

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
C65 Sandhurst Series 240mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
C65 Sandhurst Series 238h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
C65 Sandhurst Series 2150m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
C65 Sandhurst Series 2$1,375

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.7mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
down backplate with deep-stamped British Army Heraldic badge
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW200-1
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$1,375

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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 C65 Sandhurst Series 2

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2 for its COSC-certified accuracy and clean British-military aesthetic, with many highlighting its balanced wearability and cool, ultra-legible mid-century design. The gorgeous domed crystal and the MOD badge on the caseback are noted as charming details. Some owners find the 38mm case size potentially too small for larger wrists, while others question its claimed military heritage. The watch is powered by a Sellita SW200 COSC movement with a 38-hour power reserve and features Grade X1 Super-LumiNova on its matte black dial. Overall, the consensus is that the Christopher Ward C65 Sandhurst Series 2 is highly regarded for its character and COSC-certified accuracy.

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