Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date AutovsTSAO Baltimore Balt-Pilot Recon DLC Dark Emerald

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Measurements
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Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto

Balt-Pilot Recon DLC Dark Emerald
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Thickness
11.8mm
lowest
13.6mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m
highest
Power Reserve
80h
n/a
MSRP
$1,125
$725
lowest
Movement
Hamilton H-40
Miyota 9015
Case
5 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.
The TSAO Baltimore Balt-Pilot Recon DLC Dark Emerald is praised for its gorgeous design and well-made construction, with owners appreciating the quality timepiece at a fair price. While the 40mm case is noted as thick at 14mm, it does not feel large on the wrist. One owner found the watch slightly too big for their wrist, leading to a catch-and-release. On balance, owners rate the TSAO Baltimore Balt-Pilot Recon DLC Dark Emerald highly for its attractive design and perceived value.
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