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Farer Discovery IIvsHamilton Khaki Field Auto

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Discovery II
FarerDiscovery II
MSRP $925
Khaki Field Auto
HamiltonKhaki Field Auto
MSRP $845
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Farer Discovery II

The Farer Discovery II is widely praised for its comfortable 39.5mm wearability, suiting all wrist sizes and occasions, and its bold plum sunburst dial, which exhibits varied color interpretations. Owners also highlight the excellent case and bracelet design, with one noting it is a "dream to wear." The La Joux Perret G101 automatic movement provides a 68-hour power reserve. On balance, owners rate the Farer Discovery II highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive dial at the price.

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
Discovery II39.5mm
Khaki Field Auto38mm
Power Reserve
Discovery II68h
Khaki Field Auto80h
Water Resistance
Discovery II50m
Khaki Field Auto100m
MSRP
Discovery II$925
Khaki Field Auto$845

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
39.5mm
38mm
Thickness
10.8mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
47mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Purple
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
H-10
Power Reserve
68h
80h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$845
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