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Hamilton Khaki Field AutovsLum-Tec Combat Field

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What people say

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Hamilton Khaki Field Auto

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Field Auto for its classic military design, legibility, and versatile modern-vintage aesthetic that can be dressed up or down. The H-10 movement is frequently highlighted for its reliable accuracy, with figures ranging from less than one second per day to +/- 3 seconds per day, and its advertised 80-hour power reserve. Reviewers note its solid build and 100m water resistance, while owners appreciate its comfortable wearability and practical beauty. Some owners criticize the bracelet's limited micro-adjustments and the lack of anti-reflective coating on the crystal, which can cause glare. One owner considers the watch "just ok" and not worth its current price, citing legibility issues with smaller dial markers and the omission of a screw-down crown. Another reviewer finds the sunburst and concentric graining on newer dials to be too flashy for a traditional field watch.

From video reviewers

The Hamilton Khaki Field Auto's smooth and precise bezel action is a standout feature. The watch's lume brightness is somewhat lacking, which might be a drawback for those who prefer a brighter glow in the dark. Reviewers disagree on the watch's size, with one reviewer finding the 38mm to be a pleasant surprise, while the watch is also available in 42mm.

Lum-Tec Combat Field

Owners widely praise the Lum-Tec Combat Field for its rugged build and excellent lume, with one owner highlighting the bronze case and California dial as special features. The DLC coating is considered durable, and the PVD finish offers a "pure sport" blacked-out aesthetic. Some owners appreciate the modern look and design elements like skeleton hands and a 9 o'clock crown, noting that the 43mm case wears smaller than its dimensions suggest. One owner experienced an issue with a chronograph second hand not aligning correctly, a common quartz chronograph problem. On balance, owners rate the Lum-Tec Combat Field highly for its robust construction and distinctive design elements.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Field Auto38mm
Combat Field44mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Field Auto80h
Combat Field
Water Resistance
Khaki Field Auto100m
Combat Field200m
MSRP
Khaki Field Auto$845
Combat Field$695

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Sport
Diameter
38mm
44mm
Thickness
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
X6 Titanium GMT

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-10
Miyota 9075
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$845
$695
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