Hamilton Khaki Field Pioneer AutomatiquevsPraesidus 42mm Automatic
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Measurements
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Khaki Field Pioneer Automatique
42mm Automatic
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
45mm
Thickness
11.7mm
11mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
80h
n/a
MSRP
$895
$269
lowest
Movement
Hamilton H-10
Seiko NH35
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Field Pioneer Automatique for its legibility, comfortable wear on bracelet or strap, and ease of setting. The inclusion of a 24-hour scale and a bracelet are noted as appreciated field watch features. One owner reports the bracelet could be of better quality for the price. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton Khaki Field Pioneer Automatique highly for its practical field watch design and comfortable wearability.
Owners widely report Praesidus field watches are nicely made. Reviewers note the Seiko NH35 movement is an option. One owner finds the recessed 4 o'clock crown historically accurate but difficult to operate. The khaki lume is criticized by one reviewer. Overall, owners and reviewers find Praesidus field watches to be well-made for the price.
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