AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane AutomaticvsMarathon Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Auto

Owners praise the AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Automatic for its aviation-themed design, thin bezel, and colorful subdials, with some finding it a good value. One owner notes the chronograph pushers can stick, and another finds the 44mm case wears large. A reviewer points out the date window is difficult to read, and another owner was disappointed to find a Chinese DG-3809-3D automatic movement instead of a Japanese one. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Automatic's unique design and value, despite some reservations about case size and movement choice.

The Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Auto is praised for its durable construction, featuring a sandblasted steel case with improved lugs, a bi-directional bezel with excellent action, and 100m water resistance. Owners appreciate the constant visibility provided by self-illuminating tritium gas tubes and the precision of its ETA F06.412 quartz movement, which offers accuracy to about 10 seconds per year. The watch includes a GMT bezel for dual timekeeping and a synthetic sapphire crystal. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV-D Auto highly for its robust tool-watch design and reliable tritium illumination.