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AVI-8 Spitfire Type 300 AutomaticvsSpinnaker Fleuss GMT

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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.

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.

From video reviewers

The Spinnaker Fleuss GMT's Seiko NH34 movement is a recurring positive point. Reviewers also noted the watch's attractive colorways and comfortable wear. No shared weaknesses were identified across the reviews.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spitfire Type 300 Automatic42mm
Fleuss GMT43mm
Power Reserve
Spitfire Type 300 Automatic
Fleuss GMT
Water Resistance
Spitfire Type 300 Automatic50m
Fleuss GMT150m
MSRP
Spitfire Type 300 Automatic$400
Fleuss GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
GMT
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
Lug Width
22mm
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Sky Gauge
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$400
$299
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