Decima GatekeepervsHamilton Khaki Field Murph

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Decima Gatekeeper at true scale

Gatekeeper

Hamilton Khaki Field Murph at true scale

Khaki Field Murph

Diameter

38mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

n/a

Thickness

9.9mm

lowest

11.1mm

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

42h

80h

highest

MSRP

$599

lowest

$1,045

Movement

Miyota 9039

Hamilton H-10

Case

4 specs
Thickness
9.9mm
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a
Lug Width
46mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
White
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Hamilton H-10
Power Reserve
42h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$599
$1,045
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Decima Gatekeeper

The Decima Gatekeeper is praised for its hypnotizing dial, with design elements that draw comparisons to the Ingenieur and Czapek. Owners note the watch features a Miyota 9039 automatic movement, a 38mm case, and 50m water resistance. On balance, owners rate the Decima Gatekeeper highly for its striking dial design.

Hamilton Khaki Field Murph

The Hamilton Khaki Field Murph is widely praised for its excellent value, with owners and reviewers consistently highlighting its sub-$1000 price point. The 38mm case size is frequently cited as a key strength, offering a comfortable and classic wearing experience. Reviewers favor the white dial for its crisp appearance and versatility with different straps, though the included leather strap is noted as stiff and subpar. Some owners and reviewers point out that the beige lume can be difficult to read and that the omission of the "Eureka" Morse code from the seconds hand on this 38mm model is a missed detail for fans of the film. One owner reports exceptional accuracy with the H-10 movement, running at -1 second per week. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Field Murph highly for its comfortable 38mm size and exceptional value.

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