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AVI-8 Hawker Typhoon Baldwin AutomaticvsBremont The Meta Kronos

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Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic
AVI-8Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic
MSRP $295
The Meta Kronos
BremontThe Meta Kronos
MSRP $3,145

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic42mm
The Meta Kronos40mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic40h
The Meta Kronos40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic50m
The Meta Kronos30m
MSRP
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic$295
The Meta Kronos$3,145

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Steel

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$295
$3,145

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What people say

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AVI-8 Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic

Owners widely praise the AVI-8 Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic for its 3D instrument-panel aesthetic and premium feel, noting satin-brushed case sides, a polished bezel, and a knurled crown. However, the lume is considered a gimmick with limited strength and longevity, and some find the 42mm, over 13mm thick watch chunky on a 7" wrist. On balance, owners rate the AVI-8 Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic highly for its distinctive dial design and build quality at the price point.

Bremont The Meta Kronos

Bremont The Meta Kronos is praised for its comfortable 40mm size, retro sapphire crystal, and simple dial. Owners note its GMT function and call it a "strap monster." This specific Meta employee edition is a custom S302 Kronos GMT limited to around 54 pieces, featuring a modified automatic movement, GMT functionality, and a custom dial with "move fast" text and Meta-specific colors. It is offered for $3700 plus shipping. On balance, owners value Bremont The Meta Kronos for its wearable size and classic dive watch aesthetic.

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