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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsPagani Design PD-1639 Gold

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Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
PD-1639 Gold
Pagani DesignPD-1639 Gold
MSRP $125

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
PD-1639 Gold43mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
PD-1639 Gold42h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
PD-1639 Gold100m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
PD-1639 Gold$125

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
21mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$125

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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.

Pagani Design PD-1639 Gold

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1639 Gold for its attractive appearance and exceptional value, with particular admiration for its cyclops magnification and the convincing gold tone from a distance. The Seiko NH35 movement, sapphire crystal, and ceramic bezel are frequently cited as strong points at its price. However, some owners report sharp case edges that can cause irritation, a loose bezel feel, and occasional misalignment. Lume performance is also noted as weak by some. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1639 Gold highly for its impressive aesthetics and feature set at an accessible price point.

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