AVI-8 Manuals & User Guides

AVI-8 is a watch brand dedicated to celebrating the history of aviation through timepieces that honor iconic aircraft and the courageous airmen who flew them. Each collection—including the renowned Hawker Hurricane, Spitfire, жана P-51 Mustang series—features distinct design cues inspired by cockpit instruments, airframe structures, and military heritage.

Blending vintage aesthetics with modern functionality, AVI-8 watches are powered by robust Japanese Meca-Quartz or automatic movements. They offer practical features such as chronographs, tachymeters, and high-readability luminous dials, serving as a wearable tribute to the golden age of flight.

• Is my AVI-8 watch water-resistant?

  Most AVI-8 watches are water-resistant to at least 5ATM (50 meters), suitable for brief swimming and splashes but not diving. Refer to your specific model's case back or manual for exact ratings.

• How do I reset the chronograph hands to zero?

  If the chronograph hands do not return to zero, pull the crown to the 2nd click and press button 'A' (top pusher) continuously to advance the hand until it aligns with 12 o'clock.

• Can I replace the leather strap with a NATO strap?

  Yes, many AVI-8 aviation watches are designed to accommodate NATO straps. You can swap the strap by using a spring bar tool to remove the existing leather band.

• What kind of movement does my AVI-8 watch use?

  AVI-8 watches typically use Japanese Meca-Quartz or Automatic movements. Meca-Quartz combines battery precision with the mechanical feel of a sweeping chronograph hand.