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CWC GS Sapphire Desert Storm WatchvsHamilton Khaki Field Auto

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GS Sapphire Desert Storm Watch
CWCGS Sapphire Desert Storm Watch
MSRP $333
Khaki Field Auto
HamiltonKhaki Field Auto
MSRP $845

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
GS Sapphire Desert Storm Watch36.5mm
Khaki Field Auto38mm
Power Reserve
GS Sapphire Desert Storm Watch40h
Khaki Field Auto80h
Water Resistance
GS Sapphire Desert Storm Watch200m
Khaki Field Auto100m
MSRP
GS Sapphire Desert Storm Watch$333
Khaki Field Auto$845

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
36.5mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
CWC GS Sapphire Desert Storm Watch, Black Case with Sand Dial
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-10
Power Reserve
40h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$333
$845

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What people say

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CWC GS Sapphire Desert Storm Watch

Owners widely praise the CWC GS Sapphire Desert Storm Watch for its extreme wearability, legible grey-green dial, and well-applied lume, with many noting its quality and value. The watch features a sapphire crystal, 200m water resistance, and a screw-down crown, embodying military heritage. Some owners appreciate the comfort of CWC's elastic straps and the company's service of setting the time before shipping. Fixed spring bars are mentioned as a drawback by one user, though others see them as a security benefit for military use. Overall, owners rate the CWC GS Sapphire Desert Storm Watch highly for its robust tool watch design and value.

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.

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