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AVI-8 Spitfire Lock ChronographvsOrient Classic Watch

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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.

Orient Classic Watch

Owners widely praise the Orient Classic Watch for its excellent fit and finish, polished look suitable for suits, and classy signed crown. The modern 40mm case size and retro styling are appreciated, allowing it to blend well with any outfit without being ostentatious. The crown is not screw-down but operates smoothly. Overall, owners consider the Orient Classic Watch a well-built, ideal suit watch that they would buy again.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Lock Chronograph42mm
Classic Watch40mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Lock Chronograph
Classic Watch40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Lock Chronograph50m
Classic Watch100m
MSRP
Spitfire Lock Chronograph$260
Classic Watch$245

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Display

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
MIDNIGHT OAK
Black

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
Orient F6722
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
22
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$260
$245
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