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Ikepod Chronopod C006vsAVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph

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Chronopod C006
IkepodChronopod C006
MSRP $853
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chronopod C00644mm
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
Power Reserve
Chronopod C00640h
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Chronopod C00650m
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
MSRP
Chronopod C006$853
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
44mm
45mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
Black
Brown

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$853
$280

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What people say

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Ikepod Chronopod C006

Owners widely appreciate the Ikepod Chronopod C006's exceptional case finishing and dial depth, with some welcoming its Newson-esque design and smooth, lugless case that wears smaller than its 44mm size. Reviewers note the well-designed quartz chronograph offers good value, though one owner found the dial too dark and another felt the price was ridiculous given the quartz movement. Opinions are split on the design, with some finding it polarizing and "nerdy" while others embrace its quirky aesthetic.

AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph

Owners widely praise the AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph's airplane-inspired dial design and the comfortable, soft leather strap with a no-break-in clasp. However, one owner notes that the case, crown, and glass crystal fitment left much to be desired, feeling cheap, and the mineral glass is prone to scratching. The watch is considered overpriced for its features, though appealing when found on sale. On balance, owners find the AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph appealing for its unique dial and comfortable strap, despite concerns about case finishing and the mineral crystal.

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