DuFrane Watches Circuit Chronograph: Customer Edition w/18kt GoldvsHamilton Khaki Aviation Khaki Pilot Pioneer Auto Chrono
Ref. circuit-chronograph-customer-edition·MSRP $2,999
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Measurements
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Circuit Chronograph: Customer Edition w/18kt Gold
Khaki Aviation Khaki Pilot Pioneer Auto Chrono
Diameter
39mm
41mm
Thickness
n/a
16mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m
highest
Power Reserve
n/a
60h
MSRP
$2,999
$1,995
lowest
Movement
Valjoux 7753
Hamilton H-31
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the DuFrane Watches Circuit Chronograph: Customer Edition w/18kt Gold for its beautiful case and amazing dial. One owner notes it is the most accurate watch they own with a Valjoux 7753 movement, also highlighting stellar customer service, high quality, and value. On balance, owners rate the DuFrane Watches Circuit Chronograph: Customer Edition w/18kt Gold highly for its aesthetic appeal and perceived accuracy at the price point.
Hamilton Khaki Aviation Khaki Pilot Pioneer Auto Chrono owners praise its excellent dial legibility and unique case shape, with one owner noting it as a reliable step up in quality and another stating they haven't taken it off since purchasing. Reviewers highlight its charismatic, function-forward military design and vintage inspiration. Some owners find the bezel's detents unremarkable, and one notes the mineral crystal scratches more easily than sapphire. A 72-hour power reserve is mentioned, along with a winding stop and a non-screw-down crown limiting water confidence for some. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Khaki Pilot Pioneer Auto Chrono highly for its distinctive vintage design and strong legibility at its price point.
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