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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsTraska Venturer GMT

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
Venturer GMT
TraskaVenturer GMT
MSRP $785

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
Venturer GMT40mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
Venturer GMT42h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
Venturer GMT150m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
Venturer GMT$785

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
45mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Brown
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
9075
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
42h
Jewels
25
26
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$785

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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.

Traska Venturer GMT

Owners widely praise the Traska Venturer GMT for its slim, wearable 38.5mm case and comfortable Oyster-style bracelet featuring an excellent micro-adjustment system. Reviewers highlight its outstanding build quality for the price, crisp glossy white lacquered dial, and reliable flyer GMT functionality powered by the Miyota 9075 movement. One owner finds the Traska Venturer GMT a versatile watch suitable for everyday and business-casual wear. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Traska Venturer GMT highly for its exceptional value and wearability.

From video reviewers

The Traska Venturer GMT has a notable movement with the Sellita SW330-1 caliber, praised for its accuracy and reliability. The watch's lume brightness is somewhat lacking, particularly in low-light conditions. Reviewers disagree on the watch's most notable feature, with one highlighting the independently adjustable hour hand for quickly adapting to a new timezone, and the other praising the movement's accuracy and reliability.

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