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AVI-8 Hawker Typhoon Baldwin AutomaticvsRoue HDS

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Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic
AVI-8Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic
MSRP $295
HDS
RoueHDS
MSRP $210
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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.

Roue HDS

Roue features a graphite layered dial or a champagne dial with yellow hands and black outline, offering excellent visibility. The 316L stainless steel case has a brushed finish and is described as beautiful up close. The watch is powered by a Japanese Miyota 2315 quartz movement and has 50-meter water resistance. On balance, owners appreciate the Roue for its visually appealing dial and case finishing.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic42mm
HDS41.5mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic40h
HDS40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic50m
HDS50m
MSRP
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic$295
HDS$210

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Diameter
42mm
41.5mm
Thickness
9.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Black and Graphite

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Japanese Miyota 2315
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$295
$210
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