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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsBremont Broadsword

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
Broadsword
BremontBroadsword
MSRP $3,850

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
Broadsword40mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
Broadsword40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
Broadsword100m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
Broadsword$3,850

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
45mm
40mm
Thickness
12.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Brown
Bronze

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-95-2AV
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$3,850

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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.

Bremont Broadsword

Owners widely praise the Bremont Broadsword for its versatile GADA (go anywhere, do anything) capability, noting it pairs well with various straps and can be dressed up or down. One owner highlights the impressive build quality and finishing, while another specifically commends the sandwich dial. A few marks from strap changes were noted by one owner. Overall, owners rate the Bremont Broadsword highly for its versatility and build quality.

From video reviewers

The bead-blasted 40mm steel case finishing is a consistent strength. No shared weaknesses were identified. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any points.

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