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AVI-8 Spitfire Lock ChronographvsGrand Seiko SBGD228

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Spitfire Lock Chronograph
AVI-8Spitfire Lock Chronograph
MSRP $260
SBGD228
Grand SeikoSBGD228
MSRP $273,000

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Lock Chronograph42mm
SBGD22844.5mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Lock Chronograph40h
SBGD228192h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Lock Chronograph50m
SBGD228100m
MSRP
Spitfire Lock Chronograph$260
SBGD228$273,000

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
44.5mm
Thickness
12mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
52mm
Lug Width
22mm
23mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Gold
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
MIDNIGHT OAK
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R01
Type
Quartz
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
192h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$260
$273,000

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGD228

The Grand Seiko SBGD228 is a limited edition luxury watch featuring a rose gold case, a red mother-of-pearl dial with garnets and diamonds, and the 8-day Spring Drive Caliber 9R01, noted for its accuracy of ±10 seconds per month. Owners are divided on its aesthetic, with some finding it stunning and elegant, while others consider it too "bling" and gaudy, though all acknowledge it is eye-catching. On balance, owners and reviewers acknowledge the Grand Seiko SBGD228's striking and opulent design, supported by its exclusive movement and luxurious materials.

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