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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsTissot Chrono XL Vintage

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
Chrono XL Vintage
TissotChrono XL Vintage
MSRP $450

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
Chrono XL Vintage45mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
Chrono XL Vintage40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
Chrono XL Vintage100m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
Chrono XL Vintage$450

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Thickness
11.02mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Brown
Blue
Indices
Applied
Arabic
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$450

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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.

Tissot Chrono XL Vintage

The Tissot Chrono XL Vintage is widely appreciated for its retro pilot aesthetic, featuring altimeter-style numerals and a black, white, and bronze dial within a black steel case. Owners consistently praise its excellent lume for the price point. While the 45mm size is noted as substantial, some find it fits surprisingly well even under shirt cuffs, though it is generally considered more of a casual, t-shirt watch. On balance, owners value the Tissot Chrono XL Vintage for its distinctive vintage pilot design and strong lume at its price.

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