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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsVenezianico Nereide Aureo 39

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Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
Nereide Aureo 39
VenezianicoNereide Aureo 39
MSRP $1,000

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
Nereide Aureo 3939mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
Nereide Aureo 3940h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
Nereide Aureo 39200m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
Nereide Aureo 39$1,000

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$1,000

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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.

Venezianico Nereide Aureo 39

The Venezianico Nereide is praised for its handsome design and good value, featuring a tungsten bezel insert and a sparkling aventurine dial. Owners note the optical glass bezel offers less glare than ceramic. The stock rubber strap is described as stiff, and the Canova bracelet lacks a half-link for fine adjustment. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Venezianico Nereide offers good case finishing for its price point, making it a compelling entry-level mechanical diver-style watch.

From video reviewers

The 24k gold dial is a standout feature. The lume brightness is a potential drawback. Reviewers disagree on whether the unique design and features justify the price point.

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