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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsSpinnaker Bradner GMT

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
Bradner GMT
SpinnakerBradner GMT
MSRP $299

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
Bradner GMT42mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
Bradner GMT40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
Bradner GMT180m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
Bradner GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
45mm
42mm
Thickness
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
Water Resistance
50m
180m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34A
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$299

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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.

Spinnaker Bradner GMT

The Spinnaker Bradner GMT is praised for its awesome lume and comfortable wearability, with one owner noting the rubber strap is very comfortable and the beads of rice bracelet fits well on smaller wrists. Some find its 15mm thickness and bold colorway may not appeal to everyone, and one owner views it as more of a casual GMT with tool-watch styling than a diver. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Bradner GMT highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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