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AVI-8 Hawker Typhoon Baldwin AutomaticvsLum-Tec Eclipse

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Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic
AVI-8Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic
MSRP $295
Eclipse
Lum-TecEclipse
MSRP $695

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic42mm
Eclipse42mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic40h
Eclipse40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic50m
Eclipse101m
MSRP
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic$295
Eclipse$695

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Pilot
Sport
Lug Width
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Water Resistance
50m
101m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
E6

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$295
$695

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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.

Lum-Tec Eclipse

Owners widely praise the Lum-Tec Eclipse for its comfortable, slim profile and thin wearability, with specific commendations for its beautiful dial, good readability, and bracelet design. The knurling on the crown is also noted as a positive feature. Some owners express concern over the 42mm case size and find the dial's font and indices unappealing, though others appreciate the deep-dish slant. One owner notes a slight gap where the lugs meet the bracelet. The Lum-Tec Eclipse e3 variant features a Miyota 9039 movement, a solid bracelet, a sunburst dial, and exceptionally bright lume. Overall, owners rate the Lum-Tec Eclipse highly for its slim design and attractive dial at its price point.

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