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Farer PILOT SERIES IIvsHamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto

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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 Aviation Pilot Auto

The Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto is widely praised for its legibility and value, with reviewers and owners highlighting its clear dial design, bold numerals, and effective Super-LumiNova. The 80-hour power reserve from the H-10 caliber is a consistent positive point. Owners and reviewers find the 36mm and 39mm sizes to be comfortable and versatile for everyday wear, though some find the hands on the 36mm model disproportionate or requiring adjustment. The watch offers 100m water resistance. On balance, the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto is highly regarded for its legibility, substantial power reserve, and everyday wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 36mm case size makes the pilot's watch aesthetic more accessible. The watch offers 100 meters of water resistance. Reviewers expressed hesitation about long-term appeal or missing features.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PILOT SERIES II40mm
Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto36mm
Power Reserve
PILOT SERIES II56h
Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto80h
Water Resistance
PILOT SERIES II100m
Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto100m
MSRP
PILOT SERIES II$1,350
Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto$1,125

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
10.9mm
11.15mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Grade 2 Titanium
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
H-10
Power Reserve
56h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,350
$1,125
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