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Massena LAB Dato-RacervsHamilton Khaki Field Day Date Auto

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Dato-Racer
Massena LABDato-Racer
MSRP $1,595
Khaki Field Day Date Auto
HamiltonKhaki Field Day Date Auto
MSRP $895

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Dato-Racer40mm
Khaki Field Day Date Auto42mm
Power Reserve
Dato-Racer38h
Khaki Field Day Date Auto80h
Water Resistance
Dato-Racer50m
Khaki Field Day Date Auto50m
MSRP
Dato-Racer$1,595
Khaki Field Day Date Auto$895

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Category
Sport
Field
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
10.5mm
11.2mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW400-1
H-30
Power Reserve
38h
80h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,595
$895

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What people say

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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 Day Date Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Field Day Date Auto for its robust build, clear dial legibility, and versatility as a "go anywhere, do anything" watch, connecting them to a classic aesthetic and historical significance. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its value, with some noting the 80-hour power reserve from the H10 movement and 100m water resistance. However, some owners find its lume intensity and longevity inexcusable, and a common criticism of Hamilton watches is the lack of AR coating on the crystal. The bracelet finish and overall appearance are points of contention, with some considering it plain or overrated while others praise its finishing and attractive PVD. Accuracy ranges from excellent to simply "ok," with no consensus on movement quality. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Field Day Date Auto highly for its classic aesthetic, robust build, and value as an entry-level automatic field watch.

From video reviewers

The 80-hour power reserve from the H-40 movement is a significant strength. The 50-meter water resistance is considered limited for a field watch. Reviewers disagreed on the bracelet quality, with one noting rattle and another not mentioning it.

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