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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsSeiko Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition35mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition72h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition50m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition$1,900

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
45mm
35mm
Thickness
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
37mm
Lug Width
22mm
11mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
Box
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Brown
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
6R51
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$1,900

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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.

Seiko Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition

The Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition features a white enamel dial with black Roman numerals and gold leaf hands, evoking early 20th-century designs. It is powered by the 72-hour calibre 6R51. Overall, owners view the Presage Classic Series Seiko 145th Anniversary Limited Edition as a meaningful family heirloom.

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