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Boldr Five-in-a-RowvsHamilton Khaki Field Day Date Auto

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What people say

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Boldr Five-in-a-Row

Owners widely praise Boldr's lightweight titanium cases, value, and suitability for outdoor or adventure use. The 38mm size is considered perfect by some, and the topographical dial on one variant offers fantastic depth with well-matched Old-Radium C3 lume. However, some owners report issues with customer service and perceived poor quality for the price, while others find the 14mm thickness chunky and the dial cluttered, impacting legibility. Accuracy averages around +15 seconds per day, though specific complications like a pulsometer and respiration timer are noted as accurate and useful on one variant. Overall, owners rate Boldr highly for its lightweight, functional design and value, despite some concerns about build quality and legibility.

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.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Five-in-a-Row38mm
Khaki Field Day Date Auto42mm
Power Reserve
Five-in-a-Row
Khaki Field Day Date Auto80h
Water Resistance
Five-in-a-Row200m
Khaki Field Day Date Auto50m
MSRP
Five-in-a-Row$399
Khaki Field Day Date Auto$895

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Tool
Field
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
12.8mm
11.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
0mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Five In A Row I
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
H-30
Power Reserve
0h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$895
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