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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsPraesidus Desert Field

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
Desert Field
PraesidusDesert Field
MSRP $195

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
Desert Field34mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
Desert Field40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
Desert Field50m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
Desert Field$195

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
45mm
34mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Brown
Red

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 515

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$195

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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.

Praesidus Desert Field

Praesidus Desert Field owners highlight its textured dial, with one specifically mentioning the Black Texture variant. On balance, owners find the Praesidus Desert Field appealing for its dial textures.

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