Slate Black
$1792,499
42 mmMineral
The Sensei's take
This AVI-8 Spitfire Lock Chronograph is perfect for aviation enthusiasts and those who appreciate historical design. With its bold black dial and functional chronograph, it provides excellent value for style and performance at a competitive price.
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There's perhaps no tale more befitting of the continuation of AVI-8's Spitfire story than that of Eric "Sawn Off" Lock, a true WWII hero who was the highest scoring British-born RAF pilot in the Battle of Britain, and the inspiration behind our Spitfire Lock Chronograph.
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
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Strengths
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- Mineral crystal — scratches more easily than sapphire
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 42 mm it has present, sporty proportions, a long 50 mm lug-to-lug favours larger wrists.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- AV-4089-03
- Released
- 2021
- Production
- Current production
- Case diameter
- 42 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 50 mm
- Thickness
- 12 mm
- Lug width
- 22 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- Stainless Steel
- Crystal
- Mineral · Anti-Reflective Coating
- Bezel
- None
- Caseback
- Closed
- Dial colour
- Black
- Indices
- Applied Index With Swiss Newlite
- Lume
- Yes — Swiss Newlite
- Strap / bracelet
- leather
- Clasp
- buckle
- Functions
- Chronograph
- Fit
- Unisex
The maker
AVI-8 Timepieces
AVI-8 aims to blend functional design with storytelling, celebrating the heroism of aviators. Each timepiece connects wearers to the rich history of aviation, providing a narrative through its aesthetic and features.
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