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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsSeiko Essentials Daywear

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
Essentials Daywear
SeikoEssentials Daywear
MSRP $325

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
Essentials Daywear39.5mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
Essentials Daywear40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
Essentials Daywear100m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
Essentials Daywear$325

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
45mm
39.5mm
Thickness
9.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.7mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Brown
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
6N76

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$325

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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.

Seiko Essentials Daywear

Seiko Essentials Daywear is widely praised for its exceptional value and comfortable, lightweight design, featuring a thin 8.4mm case and 100m water resistance. Owners appreciate the convenience of its quartz movement and sapphire crystal. One owner notes the titanium bracelet has larger gaps due to its smaller center link. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Daywear highly for its comfortable wearability and strong value proposition.

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