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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsFormex Field Automatic

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Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
Field Automatic
FormexField Automatic
MSRP $881

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
Field Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
Field Automatic41h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
Field Automatic150m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
Field Automatic$881

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Field
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
Ash Grey
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
40h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$881

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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.

Formex Field Automatic

Owners widely praise the Formex Field Automatic for its lightweight, scratch-resistant Grade 2 titanium case with a hardening treatment and its comfortable wearability, especially with quick-release straps and a carbon clasp. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the dial's legibility and depth, with one noting the Petrol Blue's great color and subtle texture. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is considered a practical choice, with one owner reporting accuracy of +1 second per day. The watch offers 150m water resistance and is seen as good value under $1000. Some owners desire a matching titanium bracelet and find the numeral typography less appealing. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Field Automatic highly for its robust, comfortable titanium construction and functional dial design at its price point.

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