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Archimede Watches Pilot TitaniumvsHamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Bronze

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What people say

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Archimede Watches Pilot Titanium

Owners widely praise the Archimede Watches Pilot Titanium for its excellent value and appealing aesthetic compared to other titanium options. The 42mm case is noted to fit comfortably on a 7-inch wrist, with the crown proving to be a practical size in person. Reviewers highlight the highly legible dial, and one owner specifically appreciates the inclusion of a date function. The brand is recognized for producing exceptionally well-built watches. Overall, owners rate the Archimede Watches Pilot Titanium highly for its value and wearability.

Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Bronze

Owners and reviewers praise the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Bronze for its romantic aviation appeal, authentic pilot design, and light, versatile case. The dial texture is noted as superior to stock photos, and the tan lume harmonizes with the bronze case. Accuracy is reported as excellent, with one owner seeing +1-2s/day. The joy of winding the oversized crown is a recurring positive, though some find it rough initially. The watch is considered good value by some, offering hand-wind and small seconds with heritage, though others feel it shares technology with more affordable models. Concerns are raised about the mineral crystal scratching more easily than sapphire, with one instance of breakage. The bezel's detents are described as unremarkable, and the stock strap has a paper-like feel. Some owners report a 48-click bezel, while others have a 60-click version.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pilot Titanium42mm
Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Bronze43mm
Power Reserve
Pilot Titanium
Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Bronze50h
Water Resistance
Pilot Titanium
Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Bronze100m
MSRP
Pilot Titanium$1,231
Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Bronze$1,795

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW216-1
ETA 6498-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
50h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,231
$1,795
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