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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsMassena LAB Dato-Racer

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
Dato-Racer
Massena LABDato-Racer
MSRP $1,595

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
Dato-Racer40mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
Dato-Racer38h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
Dato-Racer50m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
Dato-Racer$1,595

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
Sport
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW400-1
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$1,595

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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.

Massena LAB Dato-Racer

Owners widely praise the Massena LAB Dato-Racer as an excellent everyday watch, appreciating its blend of 1970s-inspired aesthetics with modern dimensions. This model is a limited edition of 99 pieces. On balance, owners rate the Massena LAB Dato-Racer highly for its successful fusion of vintage design and contemporary wearability.

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