Breitling Aviator 8 B35 Automatic Unitime 43vsHamilton Khaki Navy GMT Auto


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Measurements
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Aviator 8 B35 Automatic Unitime 43

Khaki Navy GMT Auto
Diameter
43mm
43mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
52mm
Thickness
14.6mm
13.9mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
300m
highest
Power Reserve
70h
80h
highest
MSRP
$9,550
$1,525
lowest
Movement
Breitling B35
Hamilton H-14
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Breitling Aviator 8 B35 Automatic Unitime 43 for its simple, legible design and great proportions, with one owner regretting selling theirs. Reviewers note it is a departure from typical Breitling aesthetics, offering an awesome military-style look. The 43mm stainless steel case is powered by the Breitling B35 automatic movement and features an exhibition case back and a bi-directional rotating bezel with 24 cities. One owner found the watch a bit pricey. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Aviator 8 B35 Automatic Unitime 43 highly for its unique aesthetic and practical design.
Owners widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Navy GMT Auto for its true GMT function and 80-hour power reserve, with reviewers noting its value at its price point. The 43mm case is described as having a well-finished brushed exterior and a glossy black dial, complemented by smooth crowns and a comfortable rubber strap. Some owners report accuracy around -5 seconds per day, while others note the rotor sound can be loud. The slightly domed sapphire crystal lacks AR coating, and one owner noted minor cosmetic flaws on the case. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Navy GMT Auto highly for its robust GMT functionality and build quality relative to its cost.
The sapphire crystal is a strength cited by both reviewers. Both reviewers noted the ETA movement as reliable.
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