AV86 1815 ChronographvsAVI-8 Spitfire Lock Chronograph

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

AV86 1815 Chronograph at true scale

1815 Chronograph

AVI-8 Spitfire Lock Chronograph at true scale

Spitfire Lock Chronograph

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

50mm

Thickness

11mm

lowest

12mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

n/a

$260

Movement

Quartz

Quartz

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
11mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
50mm
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
Blue
MIDNIGHT OAK

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$260
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

AV86 1815 Chronograph

Owners widely praise the AV86 1815 Chronograph as gorgeous, with one owner noting its smooth, non-crunchy pushers and another highlighting its attractive dial appearance. The watch features a quartz movement, a 41mm case, and a pleasant leather strap. However, one owner finds the thin, polished steel hands can be challenging to read in glare. On balance, owners rate the AV86 1815 Chronograph highly for its aesthetic appeal and refined chronograph actuation.

AVI-8 Spitfire Lock Chronograph

Owners widely appreciate the AVI-8 Spitfire Lock Chronograph's compelling design, drawing inspiration from Supermarine Spitfires with details like a prominent crown and rivets, and find the build quality excellent for the price. The watch features a 42mm stainless steel case with curved lugs for wearability, a bi-compax layout with subdials for elapsed time and a 24-hour scale, and black lume that glows green. Some owners note that AVI-8 watches offer something different and are decently well-made, though not of insane quality, and one reviewer found the included leather strap and bracelet to be the weakest aspects. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the AVI-8 Spitfire Lock Chronograph highly for its striking design and good value at its price point.

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