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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsSeiko Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel Dial

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
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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.

Seiko Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel Dial

The Seiko Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel Dial is praised for its balanced feel and fluid, vintage aesthetic, with reviewers highlighting its flawless enamel dial featuring painted Roman numerals and slender blued steel hands. The in-house calibre 6R5H and 6R55 movements provide a 72-hour power reserve, and the watch offers 100 meters of water resistance. However, one reviewer noted a perceived lack of connection to its Japanese silk fabric inspiration, and the US$950 starting price reflects recent Seiko price increases. Overall, reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel Dial highly for its beautiful enamel dial and vintage aesthetic at its price point.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel Dial35.9mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel Dial72h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel Dial50m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
Presage Classic Series "Craftsmanship" Enamel Dial$1,600

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
45mm
35.9mm
Thickness
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Brown
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
6R5H
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$1,600
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