AVI-8 is the brand you turn to when you want something bold, original, and fairly priced. With the new AVI-8 CVRT Automatic, the company delivers a refreshing shift away from its typically oversized pilot styles, offering a compact case and robust specifications while staying true to the aviation-inspired DNA that defines the brand.
It’s a watch that should interest both experienced enthusiasts and everyday wearers who want something mechanical, refined and built to last. With a 37.75 mm case diameter, solid water resistance and automatic movement, this model stands out as the right “performance tool watch” for the wrist that doesn’t want to wear like a brick.
What jumps out immediately about the CVRT Automatic is its case size: 37.75 mm, a rarity among modern tool-oriented watches, especially those from AVI‑8 which often lean larger.
Under the hood sits a Japanese automatic Miyota 9015, offering three hands plus date. The case is rated at 10 ATM water resistance, solid for everyday wear, travel and modest aquatic activity. The crystal is sapphire with anti-reflective coating, elevating the clarity and durability over more entry-level offerings.
Visually the dial carries strong legibility cues: large indices, bold hands and a design that emphasises function. But the finish avoids sterile minimalism: the case finishing and strap options (rubber or possibly nylon) hint at real-world use rather than purely style. The lugs and case lines look well proportioned for the smaller size; in effect the watch wears more like a premium field-watch than a chunky pilot piece.
In comparing this to previous AVI-8 models (many of which push 43 mm or more) the CVRT Automatic targets a segment that values comfort and everyday wearability, which people with smaller wrists such as myself will greatly appreciate.
Up close, the CVRT Automatic reveals far more detail than you might expect from its straightforward first impression. The case construction looks genuinely impressive at this price point, with crisp surfaces and a confident geometry that feels purpose driven.
What really stands out to me is the interplay between the steel case and the black bezel. That darker ring adds a clean visual contrast, almost framing the case from above, and gives the watch a more technical, utilitarian edge. It’s one of those pieces where the longer you look, the more considered details you begin to pick up.
Style-wise it blends sporty utility with refined minimalism. The aviation heritage gives character, but the shorter diameter and clean lines allow pairing with casual smart dress, not just full pilot-watch ruggedness. Ideal for younger collectors who value value, for everyday wearers who want that mechanical feeling, and for enthusiasts of aviation-inspired design who don’t want the bulk.
Pricing, Availability & Where to Get One
The AVI-8 CVRT 3775A Automatic is priced at 450 USD and is available starting today through avi-8.com as well as Windup Watch Shop.
Case Diameter: 37.75 mm
Case Thickness: 11 mm
Case Material: Hard-coated stainless steel
Water Resistance: 100 meters (10 ATM)
Caliber: Miyota 9015 automatic
Crystal: Flat sapphire with anti-reflective coating
Function: 3-hand with date
The AVI-8 CVRT Automatic impresses by hitting a strong sweet spot: mechanical movement, solid specs, compact size and credible story. This watch proves that a compact tool watch can still deliver presence and performance. Its thoughtful design, reliable movement and balanced proportions make it an easy everyday companion with real personality.
For anyone who wants a modern-looking automatic that wears comfortably and feels well considered, the CVRT is one of AVI-8’s strongest offerings yet.
