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Hamilton Khaki Field King Day-Date

Hamilton Khaki Field King Day-Date owners widely praise its classic styling, 80-hour power reserve, and excellent value. Opinions on water resistance are split; some express concern over the 50m rating, while others find it sufficient for daily wear and swimming. One owner notes the stock strap can be stiff. Service costs range from $55 for routine maintenance to $220 for full service with movement replacement. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton Khaki Field King Day-Date highly for its classic aesthetics and impressive power reserve at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 80-hour power reserve from the H-40 automatic movement is a significant strength. The 50-meter water resistance is considered a limitation for a field watch.

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

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Field King Day-Date40mm
Khaki Field Day Date Auto42mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Field King Day-Date80h
Khaki Field Day Date Auto80h
Water Resistance
Khaki Field King Day-Date100m
Khaki Field Day Date Auto50m
MSRP
Khaki Field King Day-Date$845
Khaki Field Day Date Auto$895

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
11.8mm
11.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
0mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
H-40 (ETA 2834-2 base)
H-30

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$845
$895
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