AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Carey Dual TimevsAVI-8 P-51 Mustang Blakeslee Chronograph Snoopy Flying Ace

Owners widely appreciate the AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Carey Dual Time for its value, with one owner finding it a good deal at $134 CAD, citing its thin bezel, pusher style, dial colors, and white stitching on the leather strap. The watch features curved lugs and a solid case, though some owners note it wears large at 44mm. One owner flags that the chronograph buttons can stick, and another points out a small, hard-to-read date window. The movement is identified as a Chinese DG-3809-3D automatic that hacks, or a Seiko quartz (Epson) movement, with one reviewer expressing disappointment in the undecorated automatic movement. Overall, owners rate the AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Carey Dual Time well for its aesthetic appeal and value, with the dial design and strap details being frequently praised.

Owners widely praise the AVI-8 P-51 Mustang Blakeslee Chronograph Snoopy Flying Ace for its tasteful and subtle integration of Snoopy elements, which adds nostalgic charm without compromising its serious pilot watch aesthetic. Its 42mm case build quality and finishing are considered excellent for the price, with many appreciating the thoughtful dial design and multi-layered details that shine in sunlight. Some owners note the crystal is highly reflective and the lume is poor, while the 50-meter water resistance is a technical point, though deemed acceptable for its style. Accuracy is reported as excellent by one owner, gaining or losing no time over five days. Overall, owners rate the AVI-8 P-51 Mustang Blakeslee Chronograph Snoopy Flying Ace highly for its characterful design and strong value proposition.