Ikepod Megapod M303vsAVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Classic Chronograph

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 find the AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Classic Chronograph visually appealing with its thin bezel, pusher style, and dial colors, noting it stands out from common black dial watches. Some owners report the chronograph buttons can stick a little, and the 44mm case wears large with a small, hard-to-read date window. One owner was disappointed to find a Chinese DG-3809-3D movement, which is undecorated, and noted AVI-8 is often seen as a "fashion" brand and overpriced at MSRP for a quartz watch, though discounted prices made it a good deal. On balance, owners consider the AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Classic Chronograph a keeper for its visual appeal and solid case construction when purchased at a discounted price.