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Hamilton Khaki Field King Day-DatevsVaer Korean Field Solar

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What people say

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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.

Vaer Korean Field Solar

The Vaer Korean Field Solar is praised for its practical solar quartz movement, legible dial, and 36mm proportions. Reviewers note its utilitarian design inspired by 1950s A-17 timepieces and USA assembly for under $200. Accuracy is rated at -10/+20 seconds per month. One owner found the lume lacking and short-lived, while another reported issues with lug hole placement and flaking lume on a sibling model. A different owner in the line found the hour hand too long and the screw-down crown operation could be smoother. Overall, owners and reviewers value the Vaer Korean Field Solar for its accessible price point and practical solar quartz movement.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Field King Day-Date40mm
Korean Field Solar36mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Field King Day-Date80h
Korean Field Solar
Water Resistance
Khaki Field King Day-Date100m
Korean Field Solar100m
MSRP
Khaki Field King Day-Date$845
Korean Field Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
11.8mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
43mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
USA 36mm

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-40 (ETA 2834-2 base)
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$845
$299
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