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AVI-8 Hawker Typhoon Baldwin AutomaticvsGrand Seiko SBGV239

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Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic
AVI-8Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic
MSRP $295
SBGV239
Grand SeikoSBGV239
MSRP $3,100

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic42mm
SBGV23940mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic40h
SBGV23940h
Water Resistance
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic50m
SBGV239100m
MSRP
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic$295
SBGV239$3,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Dress
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.2mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9F82
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$295
$3,100

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGV239

The Grand Seiko SBGV239 is widely praised for its superb timekeeping from the 9F Quartz movement and its excellent finishing, which exceeds expectations. Owners highlight the dial's ability to pop even in poor lighting and its deep blue color that can appear black. The watch's 40mm diameter is also frequently cited as a positive attribute for wearability. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGV239 highly for its exceptional finishing and the precise timekeeping of its 9F Quartz movement.

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