Hamilton Khaki Field King AutovsHitori Somei Yoshino
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Measurements
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Khaki Field King Auto
Somei Yoshino
Diameter
40mm
39.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.8mm
Thickness
11.2mm
10.6mm
lowest
Water Resistance
50m
100m
highest
Power Reserve
80h
highest
41h
MSRP
$845
$689
lowest
Movement
Hamilton H-40
Seiko NH35
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 Hamilton Khaki Field King Auto for its attractive champagne or black dials, snappy day-date function, and hacking capability, with many noting excellent timekeeping ranging from +1 to +5 seconds per day. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its value, comfortable 40mm case with a matte finish and polished bezel, and legibility. Some owners find the stock strap stiff and the case finishing lacks fine detail, while others report the lume is decent but fades quickly. A lack of anti-reflective coating on the crystal is a recurring drawback, and some find the long lugs make the 40mm case wear larger. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Field King Auto highly for its excellent value and functional day-date complication.
The 80-hour power reserve from the H-40 movement is a significant advantage. The lack of AR coating on the sapphire crystal hinders legibility in direct light, and the 50-meter water resistance is limited for a field watch. Reviewers disagreed on the watch case geometry and ergonomics, with one noting it contributed to buyer's remorse and another suggesting it should offer a comfortable fit.
Owners widely praise the Hitori Somei Yoshino's dial and aesthetics, with one owner finding the bracelet comfortable and decent for the price. The watch is considered solid and well-finished, with impressive looks rather than a cheap feel. Some owners note the "Japan Movt" designation on the dial as an unforced error, and one owner considers the NH35 movement a downside. The Hitori Somei Yoshino is seen as impressive for a limited edition under $400. Overall, owners rate the Hitori Somei Yoshino highly for its aesthetics and solid finishing at its price point.
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