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Vaer SwissvsHamilton Khaki Field Auto

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What people say

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Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Vaer Swiss

Vaer Swiss owners widely praise its exceptional case finishing, featuring alternating polished and brushed chamfered edges and lugs that curve to hug the wrist. Reviewers note the attractive design with twisted lugs, a double-domed sapphire crystal with internal AR coating, and a visually appealing Swiss movement. Some owners report the date changes slightly before midnight, the packaging is basic, and a canvas strap was of poor quality, with customer service response being slow. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer Swiss highly for its attractive design and case finishing at the price.

Hamilton Khaki Field Auto

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Field Auto for its classic military design, legibility, and versatile modern-vintage aesthetic that can be dressed up or down. The H-10 movement is frequently highlighted for its reliable accuracy, with figures ranging from less than one second per day to +/- 3 seconds per day, and its advertised 80-hour power reserve. Reviewers note its solid build and 100m water resistance, while owners appreciate its comfortable wearability and practical beauty. Some owners criticize the bracelet's limited micro-adjustments and the lack of anti-reflective coating on the crystal, which can cause glare. One owner considers the watch "just ok" and not worth its current price, citing legibility issues with smaller dial markers and the omission of a screw-down crown. Another reviewer finds the sunburst and concentric graining on newer dials to be too flashy for a traditional field watch.

From video reviewers

The Hamilton Khaki Field Auto's smooth and precise bezel action is a standout feature. The watch's lume brightness is somewhat lacking, which might be a drawback for those who prefer a brighter glow in the dark. Reviewers disagree on the watch's size, with one reviewer finding the 38mm to be a pleasant surprise, while the watch is also available in 42mm.

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Swiss36mm
Khaki Field Auto38mm
Power Reserve
Swiss
Khaki Field Auto80h
Water Resistance
Swiss100m
Khaki Field Auto100m
MSRP
Swiss$1,099
Khaki Field Auto$845

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
36mm
38mm
Thickness
9.4mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
47mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Swiss
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
H-10
Power Reserve
0h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,099
$845
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