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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsLongines LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES
LonginesLA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES
MSRP $1,400

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES24mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES30m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES$1,400

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
45mm
24mm
Thickness
4.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
29.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
13mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Yellow PVD coating
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Brown
White
Indices
Applied
Painted Roman numerals
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
L209.2
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours and minutes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$1,400

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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.

Longines LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES

Owners widely praise LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES for its slim, elegant, and gorgeous design, with many finding the bracelets comfortable for daily wear. The quartz models are highlighted for grab-and-go convenience and reliability, while the automatic versions are noted as finely finished dress pieces. The watch is considered a good value, with automatic models available grey market for under $1000. Some owners mention the styling might not appeal to everyone, and one owner's partner's burgundy model has held up well over two years. Overall, owners rate LA GRANDE CLASSIQUE DE LONGINES highly for its elegant styling and value proposition.

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