Which is cheaper, the Astor + Banks Chrono or the Nite Watches Hawk?

At MSRP the Nite Watches Hawk is the cheaper of the two at $455, against $575 for the Astor + Banks Chrono — a $120 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Astor + Banks Chrono or the Nite Watches Hawk?

The Nite Watches Hawk wears larger at 51mm versus 44mm for the Astor + Banks Chrono — a 7mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Astor + Banks Chrono or the Nite Watches Hawk?

The Nite Watches Hawk is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Astor + Banks Chrono.

What movement does the Astor + Banks Chrono run compared to the Nite Watches Hawk?

Both watches run quartz movements — the Astor + Banks Chrono uses the Ronda 5050.B and the Nite Watches Hawk uses the Ronda 715Li.

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Astor + Banks Chrono

MSRP $575

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Nite Watches Hawk

MSRP $455

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The measurements

Sized up.

Catalogue photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimetre scale.

Chrono

Hawk

Diameter

Across the case, crown excluded.

44mm

51mm

Thickness

How it sits under a cuff.

n/a

14.6mm

Water Resistance

Rated in metres, not marketing.

100m

200m

highest

MSRP

Sticker price, new.

$575

$455

lowest

Movement

What drives the hands.

Ronda 5050.B

Ronda 715Li

Spec

Chrono

Hawk

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Dial Color

Black

n/a

Lume

None

T25 Tritium

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Ronda 5050.B

Ronda 715Li

Power Reserve

n/a

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$575

$455

What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side.

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Astor + Banks Chrono

Owners widely praise the Astor + Banks Chrono for its sporty design, wrist-friendly 38.5mm size, and enthusiast-friendly price starting at $525. One reviewer notes the date numeral is consistently half in shadow due to deep-set placement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Chrono highly for its design and value at the price point.

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Nite Watches Hawk

Owners widely praise the Nite Watches Hawk for its bright T-100 tritium lume, which is noted as brighter than some competitors, and its solid bezel clicks. The sapphire crystal is reported to be durable, showing no markings after about a year of limited wear. However, the 51mm polycarbonate case is considered by some owners to be too lightweight and large, with one user comparing it to a hockey puck, despite its low weight. The rubber strap is comfortable but expected to require replacement within a few years. Overall, owners rate the Nite Watches Hawk highly for its bright tritium lume and durable crystal.

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