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AVI-8 Hawker Typhoon Baldwin AutomaticvsVaer Calendar Field

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Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic
AVI-8Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic
MSRP $295
Calendar Field
VaerCalendar Field
MSRP $189

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic42mm
Calendar Field36mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic40h
Calendar Field40h
Water Resistance
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic50m
Calendar Field100m
MSRP
Hawker Typhoon Baldwin Automatic$295
Calendar Field$189

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Field
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$295
$189

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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.

Vaer Calendar Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Calendar Field for its excellent value, citing its clean WWII-inspired dial, thin 8.5mm to 9.5mm case, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance. The dial and hand design are consistently highlighted as phenomenal, with case finishing described as next-level for the price, featuring nice brushing. Some owners note the second hand does not perfectly align with markers, and the stock silicone strap attracts lint. One owner found the lume only serviceable and wished the date window was brighter. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Calendar Field highly for its exceptional dial design and case finishing at its price point.

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