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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsMr Jones Watches Beam me up! mechanical

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
Beam me up! mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesBeam me up! mechanical
MSRP $750

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
Beam me up! mechanical40mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
Beam me up! mechanical40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
Beam me up! mechanical
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
Beam me up! mechanical$750

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Casual
Diameter
45mm
40mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Brown
40mm

Movement

1 specs
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$750

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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.

Mr Jones Watches Beam me up! mechanical

Owners widely praise the Mr Jones Watches Beam me up! mechanical for its fun, unique, and conversation-starting design, with many appreciating its art value and the handmade production. Some owners specifically enjoy the blue dial and brown strap combination. However, legibility can be an issue due to the unique dial layout, and some commenters dislike the case and lugs, with a few finding the lugs long. One owner notes that sun exposure may affect the accuracy of the plastic discs. Overall, owners rate the Mr Jones Watches Beam me up! mechanical highly for its unique artistic design and conversation-starting appeal.

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