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AVI-8 Hawker Typhoon Baldwin AutomaticvsSpinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie

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Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic
AVI-8Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic
MSRP $295
Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie
SpinnakerFleuss Pearl Diver Nessie
MSRP $425

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic42mm
Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie43mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic40h
Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic50m
Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie150m
MSRP
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic$295
Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie$425

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$295
$425

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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.

Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie

Owners widely report a split on the Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie's build quality, with some finding it disappointing due to issues like misaligned bezels or indices, while others praise its robust construction. The watch features a blue mother-of-pearl dial with a hidden Nessie silhouette, powered by a Miyota 8245 movement and priced at $425. One owner noted the Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie felt a bit large. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie offers good value with unique design elements that celebrate its theme without being overly cartoonish.

From video reviewers

The blue Mother-of-Pearl dial with "Nessie" easter eggs is a distinctive design element. The 43mm case size may be substantial for smaller wrists.

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