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Hamilton Khaki Field AutovsPinion Pure Bronze

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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.

Pinion Pure Bronze

The Pinion Pure Bronze is lauded for its refreshing design, featuring a beautiful layered dial with applied numerals and luminous indexes. Reviewers praise its satisfying manual-winding action from the Unitas 6498 movement, which offers a 45-hour power reserve. One reviewer suggested a satin finish for the crown to match the case back and buckle. Overall, reviewers rate the Pinion Pure Bronze highly for its unique bronze case that patinates over time and its clear, subtly finished dial.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Field Auto38mm
Pure Bronze38mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Field Auto80h
Pure Bronze45h
Water Resistance
Khaki Field Auto100m
Pure Bronze100m
MSRP
Khaki Field Auto$845
Pure Bronze$1,715

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
38mm
38mm
Thickness
11mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
44mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-10
Sellita SW261-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
80h
45h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$845
$1,715
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