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Hamilton Khaki Field AutovsSeiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch

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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.

Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch

The Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch offers a 300-meter depth rating and a caller-style GMT complication powered by the Caliber 6R54 movement, which provides a 72-hour power reserve. Reviewers note its refined clasp with extensive micro-adjustment. However, the movement's accuracy, ranging from +25 to -15 seconds per day, is considered a drawback by some. Overall, reviewers highlight the Seiko Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch as a good reminder of Seiko's value, despite the wide accuracy range of its movement.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Field Auto38mm
Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch42mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Field Auto80h
Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch72h
Water Resistance
Khaki Field Auto100m
Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch300m
MSRP
Khaki Field Auto$845
Prospex Sea 1968 Heritage Diver's GMT Watch$1,700

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
11mm
13.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
48.6mm
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-10
6R54
Power Reserve
80h
72h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$845
$1,700
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