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AVI-8 Spitfire Lock ChronographvsSpinnaker Popeye

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Spitfire Lock Chronograph
AVI-8Spitfire Lock Chronograph
MSRP $260
Popeye
SpinnakerPopeye
MSRP $395

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Lock Chronograph42mm
Popeye43mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Lock Chronograph40h
Popeye40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Lock Chronograph50m
Popeye150m
MSRP
Spitfire Lock Chronograph$260
Popeye$395

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
51mm
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
MIDNIGHT OAK
Popeye Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$260
$395

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What people say

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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.

Spinnaker Popeye

The Spinnaker Popeye is a fun, playful dive watch with extensive lume and a dramatic, ultra-domed sapphire crystal. Owners are drawn to the nostalgia and playful styling, though some find the cartoon theme cheapens the look and the 42mm case too thick. The rubber strap can be stiff, and some owners report poor customer service. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Spinnaker Popeye for its unique, nostalgic design and extensive lume.

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