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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Day Date AutovsVenezianico Nereide Acquaforte

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Khaki Aviation Day Date Auto
HamiltonKhaki Aviation Day Date Auto
MSRP $1,125
Nereide Acquaforte
VenezianicoNereide Acquaforte
MSRP $1,000

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Aviation Day Date Auto42mm
Nereide Acquaforte42mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Aviation Day Date Auto80h
Nereide Acquaforte40h
Water Resistance
Khaki Aviation Day Date Auto100m
Nereide Acquaforte200m
MSRP
Khaki Aviation Day Date Auto$1,125
Nereide Acquaforte$1,000

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Thickness
12.15mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-40
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,125
$1,000

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Day Date Auto

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Day Date Auto for its handsome, legible dial with raised indices and day/date complications, and its versatile, modern pilot watch design. The fully brushed case and good lume are noted strengths, with one owner finding it wears comfortably on a NATO strap. The H-10 caliber offers an 80-hour power reserve, though its decoration and regulation are less refined. Some find the 42mm size large and the skeletonized hour hand tip visually unappealing, while others note the AR coating is decent but not exceptional. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Day Date Auto highly for its practical design and value at its price point.

Venezianico Nereide Acquaforte

Owners widely praise the Venezianico Nereide's striking dial design and overall finishing, with many finding its appearance and feel superior in person. The bracelet is noted for its comfort and quality, and the watch is considered suitable for daily wear. Some owners find the case a bit thick for wear under a cuff. The movement is a point of discussion, with one owner preferring a thinner, more accurate caliber over the NH45a, while another review highlights the reliable Sellita SW200-1. The watch is regarded as a good value mechanical diver-style timepiece, featuring a handsome design with a decorative tungsten bezel and aventurine dial, though the stock rubber strap can be stiff. Overall, owners rate the Venezianico Nereide highly for its exceptional dial and finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's unique engraved case, inspired by Renaissance ornamentation, is a standout feature. The Miyota 9039 automatic movement provides reliable accuracy. A significant drawback is the difficulty in sourcing the watch due to its high demand.

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