Colorado Watch Company GCTvsHamilton Khaki Field Murph

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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.

Colorado Watch Company GCT at true scale

GCT

Hamilton Khaki Field Murph at true scale

Khaki Field Murph

Diameter

42mm

38mm

Thickness

13mm

11.1mm

lowest

Water Resistance

150m

highest

100m

Power Reserve

42h

80h

highest

MSRP

n/a

$1,045

Movement

Automatic

Hamilton H-10

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
13mm
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Water Resistance
150m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Matte
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Hamilton H-10
Power Reserve
42h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$1,045
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Reviews

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

Colorado Watch Company GCT

Owners praise the Colorado Watch Company GCT for its "Made in USA" marketing and value at $1700 retail, with one owner finding it comfortable on a 7-inch wrist and worth the wait. However, some find the painted indices uninspired, and one owner reported their example required regulation after losing time, though it now runs well. Another owner found the Colorado Watch Company GCT too thick, with crown placement making it wear tall. Overall, owners rate the Colorado Watch Company GCT positively for its domestic manufacturing emphasis and perceived value, despite some reservations about dial finishing and wearability.

Hamilton Khaki Field Murph

The Hamilton Khaki Field Murph is widely praised for its excellent value, with owners and reviewers consistently highlighting its sub-$1000 price point. The 38mm case size is frequently cited as a key strength, offering a comfortable and classic wearing experience. Reviewers favor the white dial for its crisp appearance and versatility with different straps, though the included leather strap is noted as stiff and subpar. Some owners and reviewers point out that the beige lume can be difficult to read and that the omission of the "Eureka" Morse code from the seconds hand on this 38mm model is a missed detail for fans of the film. One owner reports exceptional accuracy with the H-10 movement, running at -1 second per week. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Field Murph highly for its comfortable 38mm size and exceptional value.

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