Cadola Arctic WhitevsHamilton Khaki Aviation X-Wind Day Date 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.

Cadola Arctic White at true scale

Arctic White

Hamilton Khaki Aviation X-Wind Day Date Auto at true scale

Khaki Aviation X-Wind Day Date Auto

Diameter

43mm

45mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

54mm

Thickness

n/a

12.8mm

Water Resistance

200m

highest

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

80h

MSRP

$3,050

$1,375

lowest

Movement

Valjoux 7750

Hamilton H-30

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Pilot
Diameter
43mm
45mm
Thickness
n/a
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
54mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Green

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Valjoux 7750
Hamilton H-30
Power Reserve
0h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,050
$1,375
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Reviews

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

Cadola Arctic White

Owners report mixed feelings on the Cadola Arctic White, with one owner finding it cheaply made and potentially fragile, while another owner noted the integrated strap was a surprisingly appealing feature. Overall, owners are split on the Cadola Arctic White, with its value and build quality being points of contention.

Hamilton Khaki Aviation X-Wind Day Date Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Aviation X-Wind Day Date Auto for its value and technical, busy aesthetic, with many appreciating its versatility with straps. Reviewers highlight its handsome, easy-to-read dial with raised indicators and a brushed silver finish, and some owners find the 42mm size excellent. However, the watch's crosswind calculation features are deemed useless by some, and its lume is criticized as weak or practically non-existent. Owners are split on the updated design, and some find the left-handed crown and pusher setup uncomfortable, while others note the large size may not suit all wrists. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Aviation X-Wind Day Date Auto highly for its perceived value and bold, complicated aesthetic.

From video reviewers

The H-21 movement's 60-hour power reserve is a notable strength. The large 44mm case size was mentioned as a potential drawback.