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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsBoldr BOLDR x Nitecore

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
BOLDR x Nitecore
BoldrBOLDR x Nitecore
MSRP $449

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
BOLDR x Nitecore38mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
BOLDR x Nitecore40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
BOLDR x Nitecore200m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
BOLDR x Nitecore$449

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
45mm
38mm
Thickness
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Brown
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35A
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$449

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What people say

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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph

Owners widely praise the AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph's airplane-inspired dial design and the comfortable, soft leather strap with a no-break-in clasp. However, one owner notes that the case, crown, and glass crystal fitment left much to be desired, feeling cheap, and the mineral glass is prone to scratching. The watch is considered overpriced for its features, though appealing when found on sale. On balance, owners find the AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph appealing for its unique dial and comfortable strap, despite concerns about case finishing and the mineral crystal.

BOLDR x Nitecore

BOLDR x Nitecore is widely praised for its lightweight 38mm PVD titanium case, excellent legibility, and perfect sizing. Owners and reviewers highlight the unique, topographical map-inspired dial offering fantastic depth, complemented by color-matched Old-Radium C3 lume and subtle branding. The watch is described as durable and powerfully lumed, with the included Nitecore TIKI torch capable of boosting its glow. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the BOLDR x Nitecore highly for its exceptional lume and distinctive dial design at its price point.

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