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AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Kent AutomaticvsSpinnaker Popeye

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Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic
AVI-8Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic
MSRP $350
Popeye
SpinnakerPopeye
MSRP $395

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic43mm
Popeye43mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic40h
Popeye40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic50m
Popeye150m
MSRP
Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic$350
Popeye$395

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
NEWTON
Popeye Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$350
$395

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What people say

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AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic

Owners widely praise the AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic for its unique style and good quality for its price point, with specific appreciation for its thin bezel, pusher style, dial colors, and WW2 references. Some owners note the 43.5mm size may be large for smaller wrists, and a few report that the chronograph buttons can stick. Overall, owners rate the AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic highly for its distinctive design and value at its price point.

Spinnaker Popeye

The Spinnaker Popeye is a fun, playful dive watch with extensive lume and a dramatic, ultra-domed sapphire crystal. Owners are drawn to the nostalgia and playful styling, though some find the cartoon theme cheapens the look and the 42mm case too thick. The rubber strap can be stiff, and some owners report poor customer service. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Spinnaker Popeye for its unique, nostalgic design and extensive lume.

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