BOLDR Supply Co. Venture Black DawnvsHamilton Khaki Field Titanium 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.

BOLDR Supply Co. Venture Black Dawn at true scale

Venture Black Dawn

Hamilton Khaki Field Titanium Auto at true scale

Khaki Field Titanium Auto

Diameter

38mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

44mm

lowest

46mm

Thickness

12mm

11.7mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

highest

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

80h

MSRP

$339

lowest

$1,295

Movement

Seiko NH35

Hamilton H-10

Case

3 specs
Thickness
12mm
11.68mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
46mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Hamilton H-10
Power Reserve
0h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$339
$1,295
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Reviews

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

BOLDR Supply Co. Venture Black Dawn

Owners praise the BOLDR Supply Co. Venture Black Dawn for its unique design, 38mm titanium case, and 200m water resistance, offering significant value around $155-$300. The 38mm case and 44mm lug-to-lug are noted as fitting small wrists well, and the watch is considered a great daily driver and a perfect do-everything watch without diver bulk. Some owners find the finishing just okay and the Seiko NH35 movement basic, with one noting the lack of a date complication as a notable omission, though another owner states their Black Dawn variant includes a date window. Overall, owners rate the BOLDR Supply Co. Venture Black Dawn highly for its wearability and value as a versatile daily watch.

Hamilton Khaki Field Titanium Auto

The Hamilton Khaki Field Titanium Auto is praised for its lightweight titanium case with a matte black PVD coating offering a remarkable finish and a legible dial. Reviewers note the unusual "titanium" engraving on the case flanks. Owners report mixed reviews on water resistance. The date window's placement and color are considered an awkward choice by some. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Field Titanium Auto highly for its lightweight titanium case and legible dial at the price.

From video reviewers

The watch's bezel action is smooth and clicks into place with a satisfying feel. The lume on the watch is somewhat dim, which may be a drawback for those who prefer a brighter glow in low-light conditions.

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