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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
45mm
38mm
Thickness
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Brown
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$328

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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.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

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