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Hamilton Khaki Field Titanium Auto

The Hamilton Khaki Field Titanium Auto is widely praised for its lightweight titanium case with a matte black PVD coating offering a remarkable finish and a wearable 42mm size. Reviewers highlight its legible dial with military-style hands and subtle flares, along with a modern tribute design. It is powered by the H-10 movement, an ETA 2824 variation with an 80-hour power reserve, visible through a sapphire case back. Some owners express concern regarding water resistance, while one reviewer finds the date window's placement and color awkward. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Field Titanium Auto highly for its lightweight titanium construction and impressive 80-hour power reserve at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's bezel action is smooth and clicks into place with a satisfying feel. The lume on the watch is somewhat dim, which may be a drawback for those who prefer a brighter glow in low-light conditions.

Praesidus Service Watch

Owners widely praise the Praesidus Service Watch for its 38mm size and solid build quality, with the domed crystal providing vintage distortion and the unbranded dial appealing to history enthusiasts. However, owners report jumpy hand sensitivity when setting the time. One owner experienced a scratchy crown and a noisy rotor on their DD-45, which persisted after warranty service and eventually led to the crown locking mid-way. Concerns about slow customer service and a negative reputation for Praesidus's support are also noted by owners. On balance, owners appreciate the vintage aesthetic and wearability of the Praesidus Service Watch, though persistent customer service issues temper enthusiasm.

From video reviewers

The 38mm case size is a strength for those preferring smaller watches. The dial may show slight discoloration or unevenness in finish.

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Field Titanium Auto38mm
Service Watch42mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Field Titanium Auto80h
Service Watch
Water Resistance
Khaki Field Titanium Auto100m
Service Watch100m
MSRP
Khaki Field Titanium Auto$1,295
Service Watch$259

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
11.68mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Green

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-10
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,295
$259
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