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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsLongines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE
LonginesMASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE
MSRP $3,000

At a glance

24 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE34mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE72h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE30m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE$3,000

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Chronograph
Moonphase
Diameter
45mm
34mm
Thickness
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.7mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
30m
Caseback
Solid
Transparent case back with sapphire crystal

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Both sides
Dial Color
Brown
Silver
Indices
Applied
Painted Arabic numerals
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
L899.5
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, seconds, moon phase display and date indicated by small hand at

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$3,000

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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.

Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE

Owners widely praise the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE for its mesmerizing and legible dial, balancing classic and complex design elements, with many considering it a great value for its complications. Reviewers note the 40mm case feels well-balanced, and the Caliber L899 movement offers a 64-hour power reserve. Some owners suggest the price point may be high relative to alternatives, and the 3 bar water resistance means it is not suitable for swimming, while the complete calendar requires manual adjustment for shorter months. On balance, the consensus is that owners rate the Longines MASTER COLLECTION MOONPHASE highly for its attractive dial and complications at its price point.

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