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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsBremont Airco Mach 1 Jet

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Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
Airco Mach 1 Jet
BremontAirco Mach 1 Jet
MSRP $4,500

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
Airco Mach 1 Jet40mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
Airco Mach 1 Jet40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
Airco Mach 1 Jet100m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
Airco Mach 1 Jet$4,500

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
Black

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$4,500

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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.

Bremont Airco Mach 1 Jet

The Bremont Airco Mach 1 Jet is widely praised for its vintage-inspired design, 40mm size, and excellent legibility, featuring a satin-finished case with polished bevels and a matte dial with red-orange accents. Reviewers highlight its strong proportions, 100 meters of water resistance, and COSC-certified BE-92AE automatic movement. The watch is powered by the BE-92A automatic movement with a 38-hour power reserve. Overall, reviewers consider the Bremont Airco Mach 1 Jet an excellent everyday pilot's watch for its blend of vintage aesthetics and practical features.

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