Arsene Lippens VisionariovsHamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Power Reserve

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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.

Arsene Lippens Visionario at true scale

Visionario

Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Power Reserve at true scale

Khaki Field Mechanical Power Reserve

Diameter

39.5mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

45.5mm

lowest

48mm

Thickness

13.5mm

11.9mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

48h

n/a

MSRP

$2,634

$1,025

lowest

Movement

Valjoux 7750

Hamilton H-23

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
40mm
Thickness
13.5mm
11.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
48mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
White

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Valjoux 7750
Hamilton H-23
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
48h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,634
$1,025
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Reviews

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

Arsene Lippens Visionario

The Arsene Lippens Visionario is noted for its compact 39.5mm steel case and unique dial colors, referencing 1940s chronographs with a tri-stepped case, pump pushers, and pulsometer scale. Its 50m water resistance is considered not suitable for outdoor activities. Overall, reviewers highlight the Arsene Lippens Visionario's vintage-inspired design and compact case size as key strengths.

Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Power Reserve

The Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Power Reserve is noted for its 40mm sandblasted case, filling a size gap in the line. It features a manual-wind H-23 movement with an 80-hour power reserve, indicated on the dial, though one reviewer wished the indicator was more visually distinct. The case is described as 11.95mm thick, which feels noticeably thicker than other Khaki Field models. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Power Reserve for adding a functional complication to the manual-wind offering within an accessible price range.

From video reviewers

The power reserve indicator at 9 o'clock is a functional addition to the classic design. The 40mm case size and 100m water resistance are noted strengths. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on weaknesses.