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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsMarloe Watch Company Solent Timer

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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.

Marloe Watch Company Solent Timer

Owners widely praise the Marloe Watch Company Solent Timer for its beautiful design and perceived quality, with excellent packaging noted as a positive. One owner reports the included strap may be too large for wrists under 7 inches. Accuracy varies, with one owner noting their GMT runs a tad fast. Overall, owners rate the Marloe Watch Company Solent Timer highly for its aesthetic appeal and quality feel.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
Solent Timer42mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic
Solent Timer40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
Solent Timer100m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
Solent Timer$399

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Category
Pilot
Sport
Thickness
12mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
Lume
None
Natulite

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$399
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