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AVI-8 Spitfire Type 300 AutomaticvsBoldr Odyssey Bronze

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What people say

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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.

Boldr Odyssey Bronze

The Boldr Odyssey Bronze is widely praised for its robust, ship-like aesthetic and substantial feel, with its meteorite dial and OEM Horween strap highlighted as unique features. Owners feel the style, fit, finish, and specifications compensate for criticisms regarding the movements used at its price point. On balance, owners rate the Boldr Odyssey Bronze highly for its distinctive aesthetic and quality finishing.

From video reviewers

The 500m water resistance and Lumicast lume are standout features. The 45mm+ case size is a drawback for some wrists.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Type 300 Automatic42mm
Odyssey Bronze45.5mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Type 300 Automatic
Odyssey Bronze
Water Resistance
Spitfire Type 300 Automatic50m
Odyssey Bronze500m
MSRP
Spitfire Type 300 Automatic$400
Odyssey Bronze$649

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
42mm
45.5mm
Thickness
16.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
50m
500m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Sky Gauge
Auburn
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$400
$649
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