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AVI-8 Hawker Typhoon Baldwin AutomaticvsDryden Heartlander Automatic

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Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic
AVI-8Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic
MSRP $295
Heartlander Automatic
DrydenHeartlander Automatic
MSRP $600

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic42mm
Heartlander Automatic38mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic40h
Heartlander Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic50m
Heartlander Automatic101m
MSRP
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic$295
Heartlander Automatic$600

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Field
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
11.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
101m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Goldfinch

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$295
$600

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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.

Dryden Heartlander Automatic

The Dryden Heartlander Automatic is widely praised for its versatility, comfortable 38mm case that wears smaller than its dimensions suggest, and excellent dial variety. Reviewers highlight its value at $500, noting good finishing, a domed sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance. The tapering bracelet with solid links is also considered comfortable. One owner notes the crown may protrude slightly and irritate some wearers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Heartlander Automatic highly for its combination of wearability, features, and value.

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