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AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT AutomaticvsAVI-8 Spitfire Type 300 Automatic

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AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic

Owners widely praise the AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic for its robust build quality, intricate three-timezone function, and crisp dial texture. The watch is noted for its wearable 41mm case size and 48.5mm lug-to-lug, with an internally positioned GMT complication that maintains a clean dial appearance. Some owners report the stock leather strap feels cheap and limits strap changing options. On balance, owners rate the AVI-8 Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic highly for its solid finishing and value, particularly highlighting the dial's depth and texture.

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

5 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic40mm
Spitfire Type 300 Automatic42mm
Power Reserve
Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic
Spitfire Type 300 Automatic
Water Resistance
Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic50m
Spitfire Type 300 Automatic50m
MSRP
Flyboy Airmaster GMT Automatic$365
Spitfire Type 300 Automatic$400

Full specifications

Case

2 specs
Category
GMT
Pilot
Diameter
40mm
42mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Sky Gauge

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$365
$400
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