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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsLorier Hyperion SII Skyward

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Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
Hyperion SII Skyward
LorierHyperion SII Skyward
MSRP $599

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
Hyperion SII Skyward39mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
Hyperion SII Skyward40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
Hyperion SII Skyward200m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
Hyperion SII Skyward$599

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Pilot
GMT
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
Skyward

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$599

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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.

Lorier Hyperion SII Skyward

Owners widely praise the Lorier Hyperion SII Skyward for its comfortable, thin, and light wearability, with one owner noting a perfect case width and another highlighting its 10.7mm thickness. The bi-directional GMT bezel is described as decent for its price, and the movement is considered fine and accurate, making it a low-key travel watch. The bracelet is also noted as well-made and finished for the price. On balance, owners rate the Lorier Hyperion SII Skyward highly for its comfortable wearability and value as a mechanical GMT.

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