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AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Kent AutomaticvsHamilton Khaki Field Day Date Auto

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Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic
AVI-8Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic
MSRP $350
Khaki Field Day Date Auto
HamiltonKhaki Field Day Date Auto
MSRP $895

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic43mm
Khaki Field Day Date Auto42mm
Power Reserve
Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic40h
Khaki Field Day Date Auto80h
Water Resistance
Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic50m
Khaki Field Day Date Auto50m
MSRP
Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic$350
Khaki Field Day Date Auto$895

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
Field
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
11.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
NEWTON
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-30
Power Reserve
40h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$350
$895

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What people say

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AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic

Owners widely praise the AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic for its unique style and good quality for its price point, with specific appreciation for its thin bezel, pusher style, dial colors, and WW2 references. Some owners note the 43.5mm size may be large for smaller wrists, and a few report that the chronograph buttons can stick. Overall, owners rate the AVI-8 Hawker Hurricane Kent Automatic highly for its distinctive design and value at its price point.

Hamilton Khaki Field Day Date Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Field Day Date Auto for its robust build, clear dial legibility, and versatility as a "go anywhere, do anything" watch, connecting them to a classic aesthetic and historical significance. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its value, with some noting the 80-hour power reserve from the H10 movement and 100m water resistance. However, some owners find its lume intensity and longevity inexcusable, and a common criticism of Hamilton watches is the lack of AR coating on the crystal. The bracelet finish and overall appearance are points of contention, with some considering it plain or overrated while others praise its finishing and attractive PVD. Accuracy ranges from excellent to simply "ok," with no consensus on movement quality. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Field Day Date Auto highly for its classic aesthetic, robust build, and value as an entry-level automatic field watch.

From video reviewers

The 80-hour power reserve from the H-40 movement is a significant strength. The 50-meter water resistance is considered limited for a field watch. Reviewers disagreed on the bracelet quality, with one noting rattle and another not mentioning it.

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