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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsSpinnaker Fleuss GMT

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Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
Fleuss GMT
SpinnakerFleuss GMT
MSRP $299

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
Fleuss GMT43mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
Fleuss GMT40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
Fleuss GMT150m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
Fleuss GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
GMT
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$299

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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.

Spinnaker Fleuss GMT

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT for its aesthetic appeal, comfortable and light wearability, and value, especially when discounted. The textured blue dial, applied lumed markers, and sapphire crystal with AR coating are highlighted as stunning features. Owners also note the dial is very well lumed and the bracelet has helpful quick-release tabs. However, the 43.3mm case size is criticized by some as being too large, and the Beads of Rice bracelet is described as "jingly jangly" with a pressed clasp and a clasp that isn't finely finished. Some users flag the internal bezel rotates too easily. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT highly for its aesthetic success and value at its affordable price point.

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