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AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane AutomaticvsVario Futurist

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Hawker Hurricane Automatic
AVI-8Hawker Hurricane Automatic
MSRP $450
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hurricane Automatic
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hurricane Automatic40h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hurricane Automatic50m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Hawker Hurricane Automatic$450
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
Dress
Diameter
39mm
Thickness
11mm
10mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
Blue
Purple

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$648

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What people say

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AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Automatic

Owners praise the AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Automatic for its aviation-themed design, thin bezel, and colorful subdials, with one owner finding it a good value at $134 CAD. However, some owners note that the chronograph pushers can stick, and the 44mm size wears large with a difficult-to-read date window. One owner was disappointed to find a Chinese DG-3809-3D movement instead of an expected Japanese automatic, though still considers it a keeper for $141. Overall, owners rate the AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Automatic well for its value and aviation-inspired aesthetics, despite some noted functional and sizing caveats.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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