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Audaz Reef DivervsAVI-8 Spitfire Type 300 Automatic

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Audaz Reef Diver

The Audaz Reef Diver is described as a bold, rugged, and dependable tool watch with a focus on clarity and accuracy for diving. It features a 45mm 316L stainless steel case, sapphire crystal, Super-LumiNova C3, and 300m water resistance. One owner notes it is a large, heavy watch. The Audaz Reef Diver is powered by a Seiko NH35 automatic movement and is priced starting at $269. Overall, owners and reviewers view the Audaz Reef Diver positively as a robust tool watch with a clear dial and strong water resistance for its price.

AVI-8 Spitfire Type 300 Automatic

Owners praise the AVI-8 Spitfire Type 300 Automatic for its compelling designs and striking color schemes, with one owner noting the brand consistently prompts purchases. The $450 price point is considered good value, and the watch features a comfortable brown leather strap. However, the included NATO strap feels cheap and is too long for a 7" wrist. One owner reported inaccurate seconds hand movement, and the 15mm thick bronze case is noted as slightly thicker than expected. Overall, owners rate the AVI-8 Spitfire Type 300 Automatic highly for its unique designs and value at the price point, despite some minor strap and case thickness observations.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef Diver45mm
Spitfire Type 300 Automatic42mm
Power Reserve
Reef Diver
Spitfire Type 300 Automatic
Water Resistance
Reef Diver300m
Spitfire Type 300 Automatic50m
MSRP
Reef Diver$420
Spitfire Type 300 Automatic$400

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diameter
45mm
42mm
Thickness
15.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
53mm
Lug Width
24mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Camouflage
Sky Gauge
Lume
SuperLuminova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$420
$400
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