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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsSpinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver

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Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
Bradner Pearl Diver
SpinnakerBradner Pearl Diver
MSRP $370
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.

Spinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver

The Spinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver is noted by owners as large on smaller wrists, with a 50mm lug-to-lug and 15mm height being a concern, though some find it acceptable with specific strap choices. Opinions on finishing quality vary, with one owner reporting issues like a poorly seated bezel and crooked indices. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver with mixed reviews regarding its size and finishing.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
Bradner Pearl Diver42mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
Bradner Pearl Diver40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
Bradner Pearl Diver180m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
Bradner Pearl Diver$370

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Thickness
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
180m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
Emerald

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$370
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