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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsSpinnaker Fleuss GMT

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
Fleuss GMT
SpinnakerFleuss GMT
MSRP $299

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
Fleuss GMT43mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
Fleuss GMT40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
Fleuss GMT150m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
Fleuss GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
45mm
43mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Brown
Blue

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 Fleuss GMT

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT for its aesthetic appeal, comfortable and light wearability, and value, especially when discounted. The textured blue dial, applied lumed markers, and sapphire crystal with AR coating are highlighted as stunning features. Owners also note the dial is very well lumed and the bracelet has helpful quick-release tabs. However, the 43.3mm case size is criticized by some as being too large, and the Beads of Rice bracelet is described as "jingly jangly" with a pressed clasp and a clasp that isn't finely finished. Some users flag the internal bezel rotates too easily. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT highly for its aesthetic success and value at its affordable price point.

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