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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsFarer AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III

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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.

Farer AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Farer AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III for its distinct design, unconventional color schemes, and solid finishing. Specific highlights include a fun, functional full-lume dial with a subtle wave pattern and upgraded Grade X2 Super-LumiNova. The 41mm titanium case is considered well-proportioned, and the internal bezel features a useful stop mechanism, with the 4 o'clock crown for bezel adjustment noted as convenient. The La Joux-Perret G101 movement offers a 68-hour power reserve. Some owners lament a perceived shift away from the brand's previously bolder design language. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Farer AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III highly for its unique design and functional features.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III41.5mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic
AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III68h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III300m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
AQUA COMPRESSOR TITANIUM SERIES III$1,350

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
42mm
41.5mm
Thickness
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Grade 2 Titanium
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
White

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Power Reserve
0h
68h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$1,350
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