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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsBremont The Meta Kronos

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
The Meta Kronos
BremontThe Meta Kronos
MSRP $3,145

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
The Meta Kronos40mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
The Meta Kronos40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
The Meta Kronos30m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
The Meta Kronos$3,145

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
45mm
40mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Brown
Steel

Movement

1 specs
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$3,145

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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 The Meta Kronos

Bremont The Meta Kronos is praised for its comfortable 40mm size, retro sapphire crystal, and simple dial. Owners note its GMT function and call it a "strap monster." This specific Meta employee edition is a custom S302 Kronos GMT limited to around 54 pieces, featuring a modified automatic movement, GMT functionality, and a custom dial with "move fast" text and Meta-specific colors. It is offered for $3700 plus shipping. On balance, owners value Bremont The Meta Kronos for its wearable size and classic dive watch aesthetic.

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