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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsBoldr Venture

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
Venture
BoldrVenture
MSRP $339

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
Venture38mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
Venture40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
Venture200m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
Venture$339

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Tool
Diameter
45mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Brown
Black Dawn
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$339

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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.

Boldr Venture

The Boldr Venture is widely praised for its lightweight and durable titanium case, excellent finishing, and comfortable wearability, with owners noting its legibility and good lume on the navy dial. It features a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and 200m water resistance, making it suitable for daily wear. The included Expedition Canvas Strap is described as beautiful and comfortable. Overall, owners rate the Boldr Venture highly for its comfortable and durable titanium construction and excellent legibility.

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