AVI-8 Hawker Harrier Matador Chronograph (43mm)vsYema Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde

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Measurements

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

AVI-8 Hawker Harrier Matador Chronograph (43mm) at true scale

Hawker Harrier Matador Chronograph (43mm)

Yema Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde at true scale

Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde

Diameter

n/a

38.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

52.3mm

n/a

Thickness

14mm

13mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

$270

lowest

$499

Movement

Quartz

Quartz

Case

4 specs
Diameter
n/a
38.5mm
Thickness
14mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
52.3mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
19mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Grey
Standard

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$270
$499
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Reviews

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AVI-8 Hawker Harrier Matador Chronograph (43mm)

Owners widely praise the AVI-8 Hawker Harrier Matador Chronograph for its distinctive aviation-inspired design, well-executed metal finishing, and attractive knurling on the bezel and crowns. The applied and lumed hour numerals, deeply recessed sub-dials, and artistic case back are also highlighted as appealing features. The mecha-quartz movement is described as smooth, and the dial layout is considered clear and easy to read, with owners finding the strap comfortable and appreciating the overall value around $200. One owner questions the quality relative to the price, and a separate user reported a contentious experience with AVI-8 customer service. On balance, owners rate the AVI-8 Hawker Harrier Matador Chronograph highly for its detailed aviation design and strong value proposition.

Yema Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde

The Yema Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde/ is widely praised for its unique, artistic design, featuring a graffiti-style dial with hand-painted sub-dials and spray can-shaped pushers. Owners appreciate its 38.5mm case size, described as slim and compact for comfortable daily wear, with one forum member noting the bracelet as a standout feature. The watch is powered by a Seiko VK63 meca-quartz movement and is priced at €449. While its aesthetic is a strong draw, one owner flagged its higher price and reported poor customer support as drawbacks. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Yema Yachtingraff Seconde/Seconde/ highly for its distinctive artistic dial and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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