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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsFormex Reef 42 mm

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Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
Reef 42 mm42mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
Reef 42 mm56h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
Reef 42 mm300m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
Reef 42 mm$2,414

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Thickness
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
40h
56h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$2,414

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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 Reef 42 mm

The Formex Reef 42 mm is widely praised for its comfortable bracelet featuring a micro-adjust clasp, COSC-certified Sellita movement, and excellent build quality. Owners appreciate the gradient dial's visual appeal and the overall wearability. Some owners note the seconds hand does not perfectly align with markers, and one owner found the lugs' taper hinders third-party strap fit. The bracelet's length and sporty design are noted as limiting versatility by some. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Reef 42 mm highly for its impressive wearability and value at the price point.

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