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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsMarathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto
MarathonSteel Navigator SSNAV Auto
MSRP $1,300

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto41mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto60m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto$1,300

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
60m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$1,300

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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.

Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto

The Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto is praised for its high-accuracy quartz movement, with owners noting its comfort and reliable performance. Reviewers highlight its functional tool-watch appeal, featuring a sandblasted steel case, tritium tubes for constant low-light visibility, and 100-meter water resistance. One owner finds the 41mm case runs a bit small. The Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto utilizes an ETA F06.412 quartz movement with a claimed accuracy of +/- 10 seconds per year and includes a GMT bidirectional bezel. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto highly for its comfortable wear and dependable, high-accuracy quartz movement.

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