Elliot Brown HOLTON AUTO GMT: NIVO 101-A23vsHamilton Khaki Navy GMT Auto

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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.

Elliot Brown HOLTON AUTO GMT: NIVO 101-A23 at true scale

HOLTON AUTO GMT: NIVO 101-A23

Hamilton Khaki Navy GMT Auto at true scale

Khaki Navy GMT Auto

Diameter

43mm

43mm

Lug-to-Lug

52mm

52mm

Thickness

14mm

13.9mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

40h

80h

highest

MSRP

$883

lowest

$1,525

Movement

Seiko NH34

Hamilton H-14

Case

3 specs
Thickness
14mm
13.9mm
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Silver

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
Hamilton H-14
Power Reserve
40h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$883
$1,525
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Reviews

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

Elliot Brown HOLTON AUTO GMT: NIVO 101-A23

Owners widely praise the Elliot Brown HOLTON AUTO GMT: NIVO 101-A23 for its robust build, with one owner specifically noting the NIVO dial's attractive color-shifting quality. The internal bezel action is described as clicky and desirable. One owner notes the date window placement is a fair critique, but it avoids clutter by being positioned where the GMT hand only partially covers it. One owner misses the date window, understanding space constraints.

Hamilton Khaki Navy GMT Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Navy GMT Auto for its true GMT function and 80-hour power reserve, with reviewers noting its value at its price point. The 43mm case is described as having a well-finished brushed exterior and a glossy black dial, complemented by smooth crowns and a comfortable rubber strap. Some owners report accuracy around -5 seconds per day, while others note the rotor sound can be loud. The slightly domed sapphire crystal lacks AR coating, and one owner noted minor cosmetic flaws on the case. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Navy GMT Auto highly for its robust GMT functionality and build quality relative to its cost.

From video reviewers

The sapphire crystal is a strength cited by both reviewers. Both reviewers noted the ETA movement as reliable.

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