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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsFears Brunswick

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Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
Brunswick
FearsBrunswick
MSRP $3,125

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
Brunswick38mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
Brunswick40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
Brunswick10m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
Brunswick$3,125

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Dress
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
11.25mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Water Resistance
50m
10m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
Brown

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$3,125

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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.

Fears Brunswick

Fears Brunswick owners and reviewers widely praise its elegant, vintage-inspired design, beautiful cushion case shape, and textured dials, with specific commendations for hand-polished German dials and hand-applied numerals. Some reviewers would prefer a screw-down crown despite the 100m water resistance, and one owner notes the price point is steep for a microbrand with an off-the-shelf movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Fears Brunswick highly for its charming design and dial finishing.

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