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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsSeestern S446 GMT

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
S446 GMT
SeesternS446 GMT
MSRP $299
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.

Seestern S446 GMT

Owners widely praise the Seestern S446 GMT for its stunning finishing and extreme value, with a sapphire crystal and adjustable clasp. The winding action is noted as buttery smooth, and the 39.5mm case size is considered very wearable. Some owners, however, flag the lume as a weak point and one owner found the bracelet clasp lacked sufficient micro-adjustment. The Seestern S446 GMT is considered an extreme value for the dollar. Overall, owners rate the Seestern S446 GMT highly for its exceptional finishing and value proposition at its price point.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
S446 GMT39.5mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
S446 GMT41hh
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
S446 GMT100m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
S446 GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
45mm
39.5mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
Dial Color
Brown
Cream

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34A GMT
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
3 vph
Power Reserve
40h
41hh
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
GMT, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$299
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