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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsMakydo Mystic Blue

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
Mystic Blue
MakydoMystic Blue

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
Mystic Blue38mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
Mystic Blue
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
Mystic Blue50m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
Mystic Blue

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
45mm
38mm
Thickness
9mm
Lug Width
22mm
27mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Brown
Blue

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280

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What people say

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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph

Owners widely praise the AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph's airplane-inspired dial design and the comfortable, soft leather strap with a no-break-in clasp. However, one owner notes that the case, crown, and glass crystal fitment left much to be desired, feeling cheap, and the mineral glass is prone to scratching. The watch is considered overpriced for its features, though appealing when found on sale. On balance, owners find the AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph appealing for its unique dial and comfortable strap, despite concerns about case finishing and the mineral crystal.

Makydo Mystic Blue

Owners widely praise the Makydo Mystic Blue for its aesthetic appeal, impeccable finishing on the case and bracelet, and its sunburst dial. The 38mm size is noted to wear comfortably, closer to 39mm. Some owners report the clasp takes time to get used to for smooth operation.

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