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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsDryden Chrono Diver Hometown

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Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
Chrono Diver Hometown
DrydenChrono Diver Hometown
MSRP $349

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
Chrono Diver Hometown42mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
Chrono Diver Hometown40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
Chrono Diver Hometown100m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
Chrono Diver Hometown$349

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Pilot
Chronograph
Thickness
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
Steel

Movement

1 specs
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$349

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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.

Dryden Chrono Diver Hometown

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Dryden Chrono Diver for its fit, feel, and finishing, with many appreciating its vintage-inspired design and the value it offers at its price point. The Seiko VK63 meca-quartz movement is frequently cited as a reliable and cost-effective choice. Some owners note that the chronograph pushers lack the tactile click of mechanical chronographs, and the 42mm case with a 49mm lug-to-lug may wear large on smaller wrists. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Chrono Diver highly for its attractive design and excellent finishing at the price.

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