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Massena LAB Dato-RacervsHamilton Khaki Field Auto

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Massena LAB Dato-Racer

Owners widely praise the Massena LAB Dato-Racer as an excellent everyday watch, appreciating its blend of 1970s-inspired aesthetics with modern dimensions. This model is a limited edition of 99 pieces. On balance, owners rate the Massena LAB Dato-Racer highly for its successful fusion of vintage design and contemporary 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

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Dato-Racer40mm
Khaki Field Auto38mm
Power Reserve
Dato-Racer38h
Khaki Field Auto80h
Water Resistance
Dato-Racer50m
Khaki Field Auto100m
MSRP
Dato-Racer$1,595
Khaki Field Auto$845

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Field
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
10.5mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
47mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW400-1
H-10
Power Reserve
38h
80h
Jewels
26
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,595
$845
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