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AVI-8 Spitfire Type 300 AutomaticvsFarer AQUAMATIC

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AVI-8 Spitfire Type 300 Automatic

Owners praise the AVI-8 Spitfire Type 300 Automatic for its compelling designs and striking color schemes, with one owner noting the brand consistently prompts purchases. The $450 price point is considered good value, and the watch features a comfortable brown leather strap. However, the included NATO strap feels cheap and is too long for a 7" wrist. One owner reported inaccurate seconds hand movement, and the 15mm thick bronze case is noted as slightly thicker than expected. Overall, owners rate the AVI-8 Spitfire Type 300 Automatic highly for its unique designs and value at the price point, despite some minor strap and case thickness observations.

Farer AQUAMATIC

Owners widely praise the Farer AQUAMATIC for its vibrant color palettes, clean design, and excellent wearability, particularly on its 38.5mm case, with multiple sources highlighting its value under $1,000 and the inclusion of multiple strap options. Reviewers and owners alike commend its build quality and dial details, with one owner noting the double AR coating. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting great timekeeping and another experiencing a watch running about 4 seconds per hour slow, requiring service. Some find the Sellita SW220-1 movement unremarkable, and the day/date font colors are noted by one owner as making the dial feel busy, while bezel grip is described as okay with slight wiggle, common for its price point. Overall, owners rate the Farer AQUAMATIC highly for its fun design and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The Farer AQUAMATIC features a visually appealing design with bold red accents and a spearmint dial. The watch's Swiss-made movement is a notable aspect. The price point is a trade-off against more established brands in the market.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Type 300 Automatic42mm
AQUAMATIC38.5mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Type 300 Automatic
AQUAMATIC41h
Water Resistance
Spitfire Type 300 Automatic50m
AQUAMATIC200m
MSRP
Spitfire Type 300 Automatic$400
AQUAMATIC$875

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
42mm
38.5mm
Thickness
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Sky Gauge
Blue

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Power Reserve
0h
41h
Jewels
0
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$400
$875
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