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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsFears Brunswick 40 (Black)

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Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
Brunswick 40 (Black)
FearsBrunswick 40 (Black)
MSRP $3,545

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
Brunswick 40 (Black)40mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
Brunswick 40 (Black)40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
Brunswick 40 (Black)15m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
Brunswick 40 (Black)$3,545

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Dress
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
15m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G100

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$3,545

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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 40 (Black)

The Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) is praised for its shirt-cuff-sleek 11.06mm thin case and a bespoke five-link bracelet with a butterfly clasp, noted for its wrist-hugging comfort and muscular appearance on the cushion case. Its brushed finish effectively hides hairlines. The ETA 2824-2 automatic movement powers the watch. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Fears Brunswick 40 (Black) highly for its British, bespoke take on the classic sports watch design and comfortable wearability.

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