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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsFortis Flieger F-39 Werk 7

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Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
Flieger F-39 Werk 7
FortisFlieger F-39 Werk 7
MSRP $4,510

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
Flieger F-39 Werk 739mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
Flieger F-39 Werk 738h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
Flieger F-39 Werk 7200m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
Flieger F-39 Werk 7$4,510

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Werk 7 (Manufacture)
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$4,510

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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.

Fortis Flieger F-39 Werk 7

The Fortis Flieger is widely praised for its superb readability, robust build quality, and phenomenal fit and finish, with reviewers noting the practical Type-A dial and utilitarian design. The F-39 models are noted to wear large due to their lug-to-lug distance, and the UW-30 movement offers a 38-hour power reserve, while other variants feature a 70-hour power reserve. On balance, reviewers highlight the Fortis Flieger's modern, stylish take on pilot's watches, balancing legibility with unique aesthetics.

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