Salisbury
$350418
42 mmSapphire
The Sensei's take
The AVI-8 Spitfire Smith Automatic is an ideal choice for aviation enthusiasts seeking a stylish and functional watch. Its well-thought-out design, inspired by a legendary aircraft, truly stands out. With great materials and an attractive price, this watch offers solid value for those capturing the spirit of flight.
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The Spitfire Smith Automatic is a beautifully engineered pilot's watch designed to celebrate the innovative and inspirational work of Joseph Smith, who as Chief Designer at Supermarine ultimately guided the development of the Spitfire to becoming the majestic aircraft we know today.
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
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Strengths
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- Priced above what the spec suggests
- Currently sold out
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-4090-04
- Released
- 2024
- Production
- Current production
- Case diameter
- 42 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 50 mm
- Thickness
- 13.7 mm
- Lug width
- 22 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- stainless steel
- Crystal
- Sapphire · anti-reflective
- Caseback
- Closed
- Dial colour
- grey
- Dial finish
- Satin
- Indices
- applied index
- Lume
- Yes — Swiss Newlite
- Strap / bracelet
- genuine leather
- Clasp
- buckle
- Functions
- Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date
- 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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