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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsVaer Design Navy Solar

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
Design Navy Solar
VaerDesign Navy Solar
MSRP $299

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
Design Navy Solar36mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
Design Navy Solar40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
Design Navy Solar100m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
Design Navy Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
45mm
36mm
Thickness
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Brown
Navy

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.

Vaer Design Navy Solar

The Vaer Design Navy Solar is praised for its very good fit and finish, pleasant aesthetics, and the practical addition of a screw-down case back and crown. Owners report the lume is bright and the watch is comfortable, even when worn overnight. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Design Navy Solar highly for its comfortable wearability and bright lume.

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