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Farer PILOT SERIES IIvsHamilton Khaki Field Auto

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What people say

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Farer PILOT SERIES II

Owners widely praise the Farer PILOT SERIES II for its purposeful design, remarkable legibility, and trademark use of color, with many finding its 39mm case and 45mm lug-to-lug dimensions to be perfect proportions. Some owners, however, find the watch pricey and note its use of grade 2 titanium. Opinions are split on the minute numerals on the black dial, with some finding them less appealing. One owner noted a misaligned Roman I index on a specific model. On balance, owners rate the Farer PILOT SERIES II highly for its unique dial designs and excellent wearability.

Hamilton Khaki Field Auto

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Field Auto for its classic military design, legibility, and versatile modern-vintage aesthetic that can be dressed up or down. The H-10 movement is frequently highlighted for its reliable accuracy, with figures ranging from less than one second per day to +/- 3 seconds per day, and its advertised 80-hour power reserve. Reviewers note its solid build and 100m water resistance, while owners appreciate its comfortable wearability and practical beauty. Some owners criticize the bracelet's limited micro-adjustments and the lack of anti-reflective coating on the crystal, which can cause glare. One owner considers the watch "just ok" and not worth its current price, citing legibility issues with smaller dial markers and the omission of a screw-down crown. Another reviewer finds the sunburst and concentric graining on newer dials to be too flashy for a traditional field watch.

From video reviewers

The Hamilton Khaki Field Auto's smooth and precise bezel action is a standout feature. The watch's lume brightness is somewhat lacking, which might be a drawback for those who prefer a brighter glow in the dark. Reviewers disagree on the watch's size, with one reviewer finding the 38mm to be a pleasant surprise, while the watch is also available in 42mm.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PILOT SERIES II40mm
Khaki Field Auto38mm
Power Reserve
PILOT SERIES II56h
Khaki Field Auto80h
Water Resistance
PILOT SERIES II100m
Khaki Field Auto100m
MSRP
PILOT SERIES II$1,350
Khaki Field Auto$845

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
Field
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
10.9mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
47mm
Material
Grade 2 Titanium
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
H-10
Power Reserve
56h
80h
Jewels
25
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,350
$845
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