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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsBell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky Blue

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Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
Bell & RossBR-05 GMT Sky Blue
MSRP $6,264

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue41mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue100m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
BR-05 GMT Sky Blue$6,264

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
GMT
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Lug Width
22mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
White
Indices
Applied
Applied indices
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
BR-CAL.325
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25
Complications
None
Hours/Minutes, Seconds, Date, GMT

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$6,264

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What people say

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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith Automatic

Owners praise the AVI-8 Spitfire Smith Automatic for its dial depth created by elevated numerals, a deeply signed buckle, and detailed case sides. The watch is also noted for being practically mark-free with no dings found, and comes with a barely worn brown leather AVI-8 OEM strap. On balance, owners rate the AVI-8 Spitfire Smith Automatic highly for its detailed finishing and pristine condition.

Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky Blue

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky Blue for its excellent finishing, sharp transitions between brushed and polished surfaces, and attractive blue sunray dial. It is noted to wear well on wrists under 6.5 inches. Some owners question its value proposition due to the Sellita movement, and one owner finds the crown can be fussy to use, while another notes sharp edges on the bracelet links. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Sky Blue highly for its cohesive package and attractive case execution.

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