AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Atlas Dual Time ChronographvsCadola Mega-Quartz Chronograph

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Measurements
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Hawker Hunter Atlas Dual Time Chronograph

Mega-Quartz Chronograph
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
54mm
n/a
Thickness
14mm
n/a
Water Resistance
50m
100m
highest
MSRP
$290
$250
lowest
Movement
Quartz
Quartz
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely report AVI-8 watches offer good value for aviation enthusiasts, appreciating their unique designs and pilot watch aesthetics, especially when on sale. Some owners note that chrono hands may not be perfectly aligned and the mineral crystal can scratch easily. One owner reported their AVI-8 Hawker Hunter stopped working after a year, suspecting a depleted capacitor, while another noted non-functional lume on a Hawker Chronograph. On balance, owners rate the AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Atlas Dual Time Chronograph highly for its unique design and value proposition for aviation fans.
Owners widely praise the Cadola Mega-Quartz Chronograph for its value at $130 and the inclusion of both a bracelet and leather strap. Some owners highlight the unique colorway and consider it a well-made Chinese watch, with one user specifically calling its quartz chronograph movement the best. However, one owner found the 42mm case size to be a bit large for smaller wrists and expressed concerns about the watch feeling cheaply made and potentially breaking easily, also noting issues with the return process and lack of customer service. On balance, owners rate the Cadola Mega-Quartz Chronograph highly for its value and included accessories.
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