Ikepod Megapod M303vsAVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Carey Dual Time

The Ikepod Megapod M303 is noted for its distinctive, artistic design and pebble-like 46mm steel case that wears smaller due to its lack of traditional lugs. It features an hourglass-shaped seconds hand and orange luminous hands for legibility, powered by a reliable Miyota 9039 automatic movement. A black silicone strap is considered less ideal than rubber or fluoroelastomer. One owner reported minor, unnoticeable marks on the case and back of a gold dots variant. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Ikepod Megapod M303's unique aesthetic and surprisingly wearable case shape at its $1,490 price point.

Owners widely appreciate the AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Carey Dual Time for its value, with one owner finding it a good deal at $134 CAD, citing its thin bezel, pusher style, dial colors, and white stitching on the leather strap. The watch features curved lugs and a solid case, though some owners note it wears large at 44mm. One owner flags that the chronograph buttons can stick, and another points out a small, hard-to-read date window. The movement is identified as a Chinese DG-3809-3D automatic that hacks, or a Seiko quartz (Epson) movement, with one reviewer expressing disappointment in the undecorated automatic movement. Overall, owners rate the AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Carey Dual Time well for its aesthetic appeal and value, with the dial design and strap details being frequently praised.