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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsLinde Werdelin Oktopus III Black

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Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
Oktopus III Black
Linde WerdelinOktopus III Black
MSRP $20,953

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
Oktopus III Black45mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
Oktopus III Black60h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
Oktopus III Black300m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
Oktopus III Black$20,953

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
42mm
45mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
Black
Lume
None
Superluminova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
LW09
Power Reserve
40h
60h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$20,953

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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.

Linde Werdelin Oktopus III Black

The Linde Werdelin Oktopus III is noted for its original, artistic design and high-quality case finishing. Reviewers describe it as a fun, attention-grabbing watch with a tough appearance, comfortable on the wrist despite its 44mm x 46mm size. It features a LW customized Dubois Dépraz caliber 14580 automatic movement and is water resistant to 300 meters. One reviewer flags that a big date complication's legibility is hampered by cut-out numerals. On balance, reviewers appreciate the Linde Werdelin Oktopus III for its striking aesthetic and robust build.

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