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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsChristopher Ward C63 Sealander GMT

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
C63 Sealander GMT
Christopher WardC63 Sealander GMT
MSRP $1,675

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
C63 Sealander GMT42mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
C63 Sealander GMT56h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
C63 Sealander GMT150m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
C63 Sealander GMT$1,675

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
45mm
42mm
Thickness
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Water Resistance
50m
150m
Caseback
Solid
Display

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Brown
Blue
Lume
None
SLN X1 BL C1

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW330
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
56h
Complications
None
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$1,675

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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.

Christopher Ward C63 Sealander GMT

The Christopher Ward C63 Sealander GMT is praised for its comfortable wearability, with reviewers noting its slim profile, short lugs, and 39mm case size, while others prefer the proportions of the 36mm version. The watch features a Light-catcher case with alternating brushed and polished surfaces, and the Bader bracelet is highlighted for its build quality and comfort at its price point. Some owners find the gloss white dial's text and indices small, and the orange accents can appear yellow. The Sellita SW330-2 movement provides caller GMT functionality and a 56-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander GMT for its comfortable wearability and solid bracelet construction at its price.

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