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AVI-8 Spitfire Lock ChronographvsCitizen PCAT

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AVI-8 Spitfire Lock Chronograph

Owners widely report AVI-8 watches offer a compelling design and are decently well made for the price. The AVI-8 Spitfire Lock Chronograph features a 42mm stainless steel case with curved lugs, a bi-compax meca-quartz movement, and a mineral crystal, with design elements inspired by Supermarine Spitfires. One owner notes that AVI-8 watches are "something different" and "decently well made," though not of "insane quality." On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the AVI-8 Spitfire Lock Chronograph for its unique design and value proposition.

Citizen PCAT

Owners widely praise the Citizen PCAT for its exceptional value, noting its perpetual calendar and 200m water resistance as standout features. Reviewers highlight its refined appearance and advanced Eco-Drive, radio-controlled timekeeping, and perpetual calendar functionality. Some owners find the dial information-heavy and legibility challenging on certain sub-dials, while one user points out the E650 movement's limitation to five atomic time zones. Lug widths vary, with some titanium models featuring 24mm. Overall, owners rate the Citizen PCAT highly for its impressive specifications and value proposition.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Lock Chronograph42mm
PCAT43mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Lock Chronograph
PCAT
Water Resistance
Spitfire Lock Chronograph50m
PCAT100m
MSRP
Spitfire Lock Chronograph$260
PCAT$675

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Pilot
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
12mm
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
0mm
Lug Width
22mm
0mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
MIDNIGHT OAK
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
E660
Type
Quartz
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$260
$675
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