AVI-8 Spitfire Lock ChronographvsMEGIR MESH CHRONO

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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.

AVI-8 Spitfire Lock Chronograph at true scale

Spitfire Lock Chronograph

MEGIR MESH CHRONO at true scale

MESH CHRONO

Diameter

42mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

50mm

n/a

Thickness

12mm

n/a

Water Resistance

50m

highest

30m

MSRP

$260

$59

lowest

Movement

Quartz

Quartz

Case

5 specs
Thickness
12mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
n/a
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
MIDNIGHT OAK
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Complications
None
Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$260
$59
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Reviews

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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.

MEGIR MESH CHRONO

Owners widely praise the MEGIR MESH CHRONO for its excellent style and surprising quality for the price, with some considering it a favorite among Chinese brands. The chronograph functions are noted, with the 6 o'clock sub-dial acting as the chronograph hand and tracking seconds and minutes, though one owner found the chronograph seconds hand did not sweep smoothly. The included nylon strap was found unattractive by one owner, who also noted the strap keeper was small. On balance, owners rate the MEGIR MESH CHRONO highly for its value and stylish design, serving as a good alternative to higher-end chronographs.

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