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AVI-8 Hawker Typhoon Baldwin AutomaticvsBaltic HMS 002

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Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic
AVI-8Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic
MSRP $295
HMS 002
BalticHMS 002
MSRP $389

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic42mm
HMS 00238mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic40h
HMS 00260h
Water Resistance
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic50m
HMS 00250m
MSRP
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic$295
HMS 002$389

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Sport
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hesalite

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8315
Power Reserve
40h
60h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$295
$389

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What people say

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AVI-8 Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic

Owners widely praise the AVI-8 Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic for its 3D instrument-panel aesthetic and premium feel, noting satin-brushed case sides, a polished bezel, and a knurled crown. However, the lume is considered a gimmick with limited strength and longevity, and some find the 42mm, over 13mm thick watch chunky on a 7" wrist. On balance, owners rate the AVI-8 Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic highly for its distinctive dial design and build quality at the price point.

Baltic HMS 002

The Baltic HMS 002 is widely praised for its attractive sector dial design and stepped case with varied finishes. Reviewers and owners highlight the acrylic crystal for its softer dial appearance and the watch's refined finishing. Its value is frequently noted as exceptional, with a price around €435.60. Some reviewers find the dial design overly intricate, and one dislikes the white seconds hand. The Miyota 8315 automatic movement is standard for the price point, offering a 60-hour power reserve but featuring a ghost date position and accuracy rated at -20/+40 seconds per day. Overall, the Baltic HMS 002 is highly regarded for its design and value, with the sector dial being a key draw.

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