Hamilton Khaki Field Expedition AutovsZelos Aurora Field

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Hamilton Khaki Field Expedition Auto at true scale

Khaki Field Expedition Auto

Zelos Aurora Field at true scale

Aurora Field

Diameter

37mm

42mm

Thickness

11.4mm

lowest

12.2mm

Water Resistance

100m

200m

highest

Power Reserve

80h

n/a

MSRP

$1,245

$529

lowest

Movement

Hamilton H-10

Miyota 9039

Case

6 specs
Diameter
37mm
42mm
Thickness
11.45mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Bronze

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-10
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,245
$529
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Hamilton Khaki Field Expedition Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Field Expedition Auto for its robust build, clear legibility, and versatility as a "Go Anywhere, Do Anything" watch, with many appreciating its historical connection and value as an entry-level automatic. Reviewers highlight its superb value, comfortable wearability in both 37mm and 41mm sizes, and the reliable H-10 automatic movement with an 80-hour power reserve. Some owners note water ingress issues with the non-screw-down crown, while others find the watch reliable for daily wear. The compass bezel's practical utility for navigation is questioned, but it adds to the watch's tool-like appeal. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Field Expedition Auto highly for its robust build and value as a versatile field/sports watch.

Zelos Aurora Field

The Zelos Aurora Field is praised for its unique and gorgeous dial, with the hammered teal bronze version and its great lume, particularly on the minute track, being singled out. Owners find the rubber strap comfortable and flexible with good hardware, and the watch is highlighted as feature-packed for its price point, including 200m water resistance, Grade 2 titanium, and 30,000 A/m anti-magnetism, with the new clasp noted as the best to date. However, some owners criticize sharp bracelet edges, an odd case shape with lugs that cause it to wear high, and dial text that appears cheap and plasticky, with one commenter finding the straight lugs look a bit off. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Aurora Field highly for its value and unique dial, despite some concerns about case and bracelet finishing.

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