Which is cheaper, the Aera Instruments D-1 or the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto?

At MSRP the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto is the cheaper of the two at $1,125, against $2,000 for the Aera Instruments D-1 — a $875 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Aera Instruments D-1 or the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto?

The Aera Instruments D-1 wears larger at 44mm versus 36mm for the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto — a 8mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Aera Instruments D-1 or the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto?

The Aera Instruments D-1 is rated to 300m versus 100m for the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Aera Instruments D-1 or the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto?

The Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto carries a 80-hour power reserve against 41 hours on the Aera Instruments D-1.

What movement does the Aera Instruments D-1 run compared to the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Aera Instruments D-1 uses the Sellita SW200-1 and the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto uses the Hamilton H-10.

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