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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsSpinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

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Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
Tesei Bronze Swiss
SpinnakerTesei Bronze Swiss
MSRP $850

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
Tesei Bronze Swiss43mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
Tesei Bronze Swiss40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
Tesei Bronze Swiss300m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
Tesei Bronze Swiss$850

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
16mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
Green

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$850

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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 Tesei Bronze Swiss

Owners praise the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss for its incredible macro-level detail and sharp design, noting its bronze case, ceramic bezel, and wave dial. The inclusion of a Sellita SW200 Swiss movement is highlighted. One owner expressed a desire for a smaller 39-40mm variant, stating it would be their ultimate bronze diver if such a size were offered. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss highly for its detailed finishing and bronze diver aesthetic.

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