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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsVario Futurist

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Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Dress
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
Purple

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$648

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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.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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