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AVI-8 Hawker Hunter Retrograde ChronographvsZelos Nova 37

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Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph
MSRP $280
Nova 37
ZelosNova 37
MSRP $899

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph45mm
Nova 3737mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph40h
Nova 3740h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph50m
Nova 3750m
MSRP
Hawker Hunter Retrograde Chronograph$280
Nova 37$899

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
45mm
37mm
Thickness
7mm
Lug-to-Lug
37mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Brown
Salmon

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 7001
Type
Quartz
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$899

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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.

Zelos Nova 37

Owners widely praise the Zelos Nova 37's spectacular 37mm dimensions and extremely light, thin wearability. The meteorite dial is frequently highlighted as a captivating feature, though some reviewers suggest simpler indices would improve legibility over the Arabic numerals. The watch is considered a considerable value at $1,999. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Nova 37 highly for its excellent dimensions and dial execution at the price.

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