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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsWilliam Wood Fire Watch

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
Fire Watch
William WoodFire Watch
MSRP $995

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
Fire Watch41mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
Fire Watch40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
Fire Watch100m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
Fire Watch$995

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
45mm
41mm
Thickness
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Brown
Steel

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$995

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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.

William Wood Fire Watch

William Wood Fire Watch owners praise its conversational value and attractive design, noting its fun graphics and comfortable straps. Reviewers highlight the unique British fire exit sign inspiration and playful details. However, the small day and date indicators are difficult to read, and one owner points out that the day wheel windows do not align to show seven days. The William Wood Fire Watch is priced at $1,903 USD and uses a Sellita SW220 automatic movement with a 41-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the William Wood Fire Watch highly for its unique design and conversational appeal at its price point.

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