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AVI-8 Spitfire Smith AutomaticvsZelos Hammerhead 43 Field

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Spitfire Smith Automatic
AVI-8Spitfire Smith Automatic
MSRP $490
Hammerhead 43 Field
ZelosHammerhead 43 Field
MSRP $399

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Smith Automatic42mm
Hammerhead 43 Field43mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Smith Automatic40h
Hammerhead 43 Field40h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Smith Automatic50m
Hammerhead 43 Field300m
MSRP
Spitfire Smith Automatic$490
Hammerhead 43 Field$399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Field
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
WOOLSTON
Purple

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH38

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$490
$399

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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.

Zelos Hammerhead 43 Field

The Zelos Hammerhead 43 Field is praised for its unique bronze case patina potential, masculine angular design, and fantastic lume. Owners also highlight the lovely Mosaic Ember and purple agate dials. However, some owners feel the 43mm case wears large, suited for wrists 7.5 inches and up, and a reviewer notes its substantial 17mm thickness. The rubber strap is disliked for making the watch feel top-heavy, and the date window is considered tiny and hard to see. Some owners express disappointment with the NH movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Hammerhead 43 Field well for its distinctive design and dial appeal at its price point.

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