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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date AutovsMarathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

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Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto
HamiltonKhaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto
MSRP $1,125
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto42mm
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto80h
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto100m
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
MSRP
Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto$1,125
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
11.85mm
18mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
White

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-40
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,125
$1,800

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What people say

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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto

The Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto features an 80-hour power reserve and hacking, with quick-set day and date functions. One owner noted aggressive rotor spin during hand-winding at certain angles, questioning if service was needed. A reviewer criticized the day display's proximity to the center pinion, suggesting a date-only function would have been preferable. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto offers practical complications and a substantial power reserve, though the day display's execution is a point of contention.

Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

The Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic is lauded for its utilitarian, no-nonsense design, exceptional tritium lume for visibility, and comfortable 41mm wearability. Reviewers highlight its robust build, meeting ISO 6425 dive watch standards and approved for military use, demonstrating durability during demanding activities. One reviewer notes the stock rubber strap requires modification for a proper fit. Overall, reviewers rate the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic highly for its focus on utility and ruggedness at its price point.

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