Archimede Watches Pilot 45vsHamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Archimede Watches Pilot 45 at true scale

Pilot 45

Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto at true scale

Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto

Diameter

45mm

36mm

Lug-to-Lug

53mm

n/a

Thickness

10.5mm

lowest

11.2mm

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

80h

MSRP

$1,115

lowest

$1,125

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Hamilton H-10

Case

5 specs
Diameter
45mm
36mm
Thickness
10.5mm
11.15mm
Lug-to-Lug
53mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Hamilton H-10
Power Reserve
n/a
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,115
$1,125
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Reviews

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

Archimede Watches Pilot 45

Archimede Watches Pilot 45 is widely praised for its value and case craftsmanship, with owners highlighting the excellent finishing and clean design. The 45mm case size is noted as suitable for larger wrists, and one owner appreciates the symmetrical sub-second dial and excellent lume. Accuracy reports vary, with one owner experiencing poor timekeeping and intermittent stopping, while another notes it runs at approximately +10 seconds per day. On balance, owners rate the Archimede Watches Pilot 45 highly for its casework and value for money.

Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto

The Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto is widely praised for its legibility and comfortable wearability, with many appreciating its unisex 36mm sizing. Owners and reviewers note the watch's heritage-inspired design and affordable price point as significant strengths. The H-10 automatic movement provides an 80-hour power reserve. Some find the pilot-style hands disproportionate to the 36mm dial, requiring adjustment. One owner found the OEM strap a minor drawback. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto highly for its legibility and value at the price.

From video reviewers

The 36mm case size makes the pilot's watch aesthetic more accessible. The watch offers 100 meters of water resistance. Reviewers expressed hesitation about long-term appeal or missing features.