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AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Classic ChronographvsVaer Tactical Field

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Hawker Hurricane Classic Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hurricane Classic Chronograph
MSRP $260
Tactical Field
VaerTactical Field
MSRP $199

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hurricane Classic Chronograph42mm
Tactical Field36mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hurricane Classic Chronograph40h
Tactical Field40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hurricane Classic Chronograph50m
Tactical Field100m
MSRP
Hawker Hurricane Classic Chronograph$260
Tactical Field$199

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
White
36mm

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$260
$199

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What people say

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AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Classic Chronograph

Owners find the AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Classic Chronograph visually appealing with its thin bezel, pusher style, and dial colors, noting it stands out from common black dial watches. Some owners report the chronograph buttons can stick a little, and the 44mm case wears large with a small, hard-to-read date window. One owner was disappointed to find a Chinese DG-3809-3D movement, which is undecorated, and noted AVI-8 is often seen as a "fashion" brand and overpriced at MSRP for a quartz watch, though discounted prices made it a good deal. On balance, owners consider the AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Classic Chronograph a keeper for its visual appeal and solid case construction when purchased at a discounted price.

Vaer Tactical Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tactical Field's exceptionally bright and long-lasting C3 SuperLuminova, supple straps that break in well, and thin case that avoids snagging. The watch is described as a reliable beater for outdoor activities and a welcome change from smartwatches, with some commenters calling it a "thing of beauty" and "good looking." However, some owners report issues with the second hand occasionally missing indicators due to hand assembly, and one owner experienced a misaligned watch face. A power reserve indicator is also missed by some. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its excellent lume and wearability at the price point.

From video reviewers

The 36mm case size is a great fit for smaller wrists. The watch's 200m water resistance is a standard for this type. The quartz movement is a compromise for the watch's overall design and feel.

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