AVI-8 Hawker Harrier HUD AutomaticvsZelos Eagle 2

Owners widely praise AVI-8 for unique, aviation-themed designs and good value, especially on sale, with many appreciating the automatic movements and sapphire glass. The lume is often described as pretty, though its longevity is debated, and some find the watches objectively large or thick. Durability concerns are raised by some, with reports of a crown failure, loose bezel, crumbling strap, and a crystal scratching after a decade, though others find them solid and comfortable. Overall, owners rate AVI-8 highly for its distinctive aesthetics and accessible price point, despite some reservations about long-term build quality.

Owners widely praise the Zelos Eagle 2's unique meteorite dial and titanium case, with one owner describing it as a "work of art" featuring a fully lumed dial and a scratch-resistant 1,200 Vickers hardness-coated case. The LaJoux Perret G100Soigne movement provides a 68-hour power reserve. Some owners, however, find the dial layout "ugly" and the font thick, while others note minor QC issues like misaligned markers. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Eagle 2 highly for its distinctive meteorite dial and titanium construction at its price point.