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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsPagani Design PD-YS019 Sapphire

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
PD-YS019 Sapphire
Pagani DesignPD-YS019 Sapphire
MSRP $115

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
PD-YS019 Sapphire37mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
PD-YS019 Sapphire40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
PD-YS019 Sapphire50m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
PD-YS019 Sapphire$115

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
45mm
37mm
Thickness
9.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
24.5mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Brown
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
TMI VH31

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$115

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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.

Pagani Design PD-YS019 Sapphire

Owners widely report dial misalignment issues with the Pagani Design PD-YS019 Sapphire, with one noting a significant mismatch between hands and indices lume. Some find the integrated bracelet sharp and difficult to adjust, while others praise the "fantastic colour" and the 37mm case wearing larger than expected. Accuracy figures are not consistently reported, though one owner described it as "VERY accurate." On balance, owners are divided on the Pagani Design PD-YS019 Sapphire, with significant concerns over dial alignment and bracelet quality tempering appreciation for its color and case proportions.

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