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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.

Nodus Sector Deep

The Nodus Sector Deep is widely praised for its excellent value, offering robust tool watch features like 500m water resistance and a precise 120-click bezel. Reviewers note its sandblasted steel case and excellent lume. However, the destro crown can be difficult to grip, and some find the bracelet lacks premium finishing. On balance, reviewers consider the Nodus Sector Deep a rugged, feature-packed tool watch offering exceptional value.

From video reviewers

The case finishing and 500m water resistance are strong points. The lume is exceptionally bright. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Lock Chronograph42mm
Sector Deep38mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Lock Chronograph
Sector Deep41h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Lock Chronograph50m
Sector Deep500m
MSRP
Spitfire Lock Chronograph$260
Sector Deep$650

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
13.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
500m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
MIDNIGHT OAK
Lume
None
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
0h
41h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$260
$650
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