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Sinn 936 SvsHamilton Khaki Field Auto Chrono

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What people say

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Sinn 936 S

The Sinn 936 S is lauded for its purposeful bicompax dial, scratch-resistant TEGIMENT-hardened black-coated case, and the in-house SZ05 movement. Reviewers highlight its 60-minute register for immediate readability and 100 meters of water resistance with pushers operable underwater, along with 1,000 gauss anti-magnetism. At 43mm and 15mm thick, its size is noted as large, and the price is €4,150. One reviewer expressed a desire for a re-engineered bracelet from Sinn, considering it a brand weakness. Overall, reviewers rate the Sinn 936 S highly for its focused chronograph purpose and robust specifications at its price point.

From video reviewers

The high visibility dial design is a consensus strength. The lume brightness was noted as limited. Reviewers disagreed on the necessity of the date display.

Hamilton Khaki Field Auto Chrono

The Hamilton Khaki Field Auto Chrono is widely praised for its retro military design, value proposition, and reliable ETA movement. Reviewers highlight its 42mm steel case, 100m water resistance, and the H-21 automatic movement offering a 60-hour power reserve. One editorial review notes the unusual dial layout omits a running seconds indicator for symmetry, featuring day and date windows instead. The case is described as black PVD-treated stainless steel with a brushed finish and polished bezel, complemented by a black-on-black dial with dark grey Super-LumiNova and polished Arabic numerals. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Hamilton Khaki Field Auto Chrono a well-designed tactical sports watch offering a strong combination of style and value.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
936 S43mm
Khaki Field Auto Chrono42mm
Power Reserve
936 S38h
Khaki Field Auto Chrono60h
Water Resistance
936 S100m
Khaki Field Auto Chrono100m
MSRP
936 S$4,482
Khaki Field Auto Chrono$2,175

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Tool
Chronograph
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
15mm
14.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
black
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Underside
Indices
Lume
Luminescent
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SINN movement SZ05
H-21
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
60h
Jewels
26
0
Complications
Date, Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,482
$2,175
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