Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date AutovsRevelot LIMA Flieger Black Grade 5 Titanium
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Measurements
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Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto
LIMA Flieger Black Grade 5 Titanium
Diameter
42mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49mm
Thickness
11.8mm
lowest
12.3mm
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
80h
n/a
MSRP
$1,125
$635
lowest
Movement
Hamilton H-40
Miyota 9015
Case
3 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto is praised as a strong entry-level Swiss pilot watch. Reviewers note the 80-hour power reserve, hacking, and quick-set day and date functions. One owner observed the rotor spinning aggressively during hand-winding at certain angles, questioning potential service needs. The day display's proximity to the center pinion is a point of criticism, with a suggestion that a date-only function might have been preferable. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto highly for its robust feature set and value as an accessible pilot watch.
Owners report the Revelot LIMA Flieger Black Grade 5 Titanium features a 42mm Grade 5 Titanium case, powered by the Miyota 9015 automatic movement, with 100m water resistance and a domed sapphire crystal. Case quality and execution are noted as comparable to other respected brands. One owner flags the lume as weak, barely visible after several hours in darkness. Overall, owners appreciate the Grade 5 Titanium case and Miyota 9015 movement at the price point.
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