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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsRoebuck Watch Company Ranger

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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.

Roebuck Watch Company Ranger

Owners widely praise the Roebuck Watch Company Ranger for its clean, architectural dial design and classic field watch traits like lume, legibility, and durability. The dual-crown system with an inner rotating bezel is frequently highlighted as a unique and useful feature for timing. However, the stock strap is consistently criticized, with many owners recommending a replacement. One owner noted a promotional photo showed a misaligned chapter ring. Overall, owners rate the Roebuck Watch Company Ranger highly for its distinctive dual-crown design and durable build at its price point.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
Ranger42mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic
Ranger42h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
Ranger100m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
Ranger$475

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
Thickness
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.7mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
0h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$475
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