Hamilton Khaki Field MurphvsVaer 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 Murph at true scale

Khaki Field Murph

Vaer Field at true scale

Field

Diameter

38mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48mm

Thickness

11.1mm

10.4mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

80h

n/a

MSRP

$1,045

$329

lowest

Movement

Hamilton H-10

Miyota 9015

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
11.1mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
White

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-10
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,045
$329
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Reviews

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

Hamilton Khaki Field Murph

The Hamilton Khaki Field Murph is widely praised for its excellent value, with owners and reviewers consistently highlighting its sub-$1000 price point. The 38mm case size is frequently cited as a key strength, offering a comfortable and classic wearing experience. Reviewers favor the white dial for its crisp appearance and versatility with different straps, though the included leather strap is noted as stiff and subpar. Some owners and reviewers point out that the beige lume can be difficult to read and that the omission of the "Eureka" Morse code from the seconds hand on this 38mm model is a missed detail for fans of the film. One owner reports exceptional accuracy with the H-10 movement, running at -1 second per week. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Field Murph highly for its comfortable 38mm size and exceptional value.

Vaer Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Field's wearability, citing its slim 10.4mm thickness and 40mm case size. Reviewers and owners alike commend the crisp dial and excellent C3 SuperLuminova lume, with one owner noting it is "crazy bright." The Miyota 9015 movement is reported by one owner to run at +6 seconds per day. Some owners find the date window on older models to be a design flaw, and the lug hole placement can create a gap with standard straps. The $549 price is considered a hard sell by some, with others feeling it offers less value than established brands. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Field highly for its comfortable, slim case and bright lume at its price point.

From video reviewers

The solar movement and American assembly are key strengths. Lume performance is a point of contention among reviewers.

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