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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsPraesidus Vince Speranza A-11

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
Vince Speranza A-11
PraesidusVince Speranza A-11
MSRP $359

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
Vince Speranza A-1142mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
Vince Speranza A-1140h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
Vince Speranza A-11100m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
Vince Speranza A-11$359

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Pilot
Field
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
NH35

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$359

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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.

Praesidus Vince Speranza A-11

Owners widely praise the Praesidus Vince Speranza A-11 for its vintage aesthetic, readable dial, and distinctive top-hat crystal. However, community members report mixed accuracy, with one owner experiencing a gain of 24 seconds per day and another noting the lume on the hands is disappointing. One owner experienced a broken crystal after a drop, though it was replaced by the brand. On balance, owners appreciate the Praesidus Vince Speranza A-11 for its vintage charm and unique crystal, despite some reservations about lume and timekeeping consistency.

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