Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date AutovsTSAO Baltimore Balt-Pilot Recon Polar White
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Measurements
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Khaki Aviation Pilot Day Date Auto
Balt-Pilot Recon Polar White
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
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
TSAO Baltimore Balt-Pilot Recon Polar White is praised for its versatility, suitable for everyday and business-casual wear. The watch features an all-titanium case with a 1200HV coating and a 40mm size that owners find comfortable. One owner found the pin and collar bracelet links difficult to size. Overall, owners rate the TSAO Baltimore Balt-Pilot Recon Polar White highly for its perceived value and comfortable wearability.
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