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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsSpinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
Tesei Bronze Swiss
SpinnakerTesei Bronze Swiss
MSRP $850

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
Tesei Bronze Swiss43mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
Tesei Bronze Swiss40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
Tesei Bronze Swiss300m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
Tesei Bronze Swiss$850

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
45mm
43mm
Thickness
16mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Brown
Green

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$850

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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 Tesei Bronze Swiss

Owners praise the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss for its incredible macro-level detail and sharp design, noting its bronze case, ceramic bezel, and wave dial. The inclusion of a Sellita SW200 Swiss movement is highlighted. One owner expressed a desire for a smaller 39-40mm variant, stating it would be their ultimate bronze diver if such a size were offered. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss highly for its detailed finishing and bronze diver aesthetic.

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