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AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Classic ChronographvsCWC 6BB-WR

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Hawker Hurricane Classic Chronograph
AVI-8Hawker Hurricane Classic Chronograph
MSRP $260
6BB-WR
CWC6BB-WR
MSRP $1,875

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hurricane Classic Chronograph42mm
6BB-WR42mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hurricane Classic Chronograph40h
6BB-WR40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hurricane Classic Chronograph50m
6BB-WR100m
MSRP
Hawker Hurricane Classic Chronograph$260
6BB-WR$1,875

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Thickness
11mm
14.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
49mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
White
CWC 6BB-WR

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$260
$1,875

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What people say

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AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Classic Chronograph

Owners find the AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Classic Chronograph visually appealing with its thin bezel, pusher style, and dial colors, noting it stands out from common black dial watches. Some owners report the chronograph buttons can stick a little, and the 44mm case wears large with a small, hard-to-read date window. One owner was disappointed to find a Chinese DG-3809-3D movement, which is undecorated, and noted AVI-8 is often seen as a "fashion" brand and overpriced at MSRP for a quartz watch, though discounted prices made it a good deal. On balance, owners consider the AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Classic Chronograph a keeper for its visual appeal and solid case construction when purchased at a discounted price.

CWC 6BB-WR

The CWC 6BB-WR is widely praised for its legible matte black dial, strong lume, and crisp chronograph operation. Owners and reviewers note its military heritage and rugged, confidence-inspiring build with a screw-down crown and pushers. The Sellita SW510 BH b automatic movement kept time within COSC range in testing. However, its 14.9mm thickness and 80g weight make it wear large, and the cam-lever movement lacks the satisfying click of a column wheel. Fixed bars limit strap options. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the CWC 6BB-WR highly for its legible dial and robust pilot chronograph design at its price point.

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