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Hamilton Khaki Field AutovsSpinnaker Hull

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Khaki Field Auto
HamiltonKhaki Field Auto
MSRP $845
Hull
SpinnakerHull
MSRP $159

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Field Auto38mm
Hull42mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Field Auto80h
Hull40h
Water Resistance
Khaki Field Auto100m
Hull100m
MSRP
Khaki Field Auto$845
Hull$159

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
11mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Volcanic Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-10
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$845
$159

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Spinnaker Hull

The Spinnaker Hull is widely praised by owners for its textured or deep sandwich dials, bold cushion case design, and vintage charm, with one owner finding its jubilee bracelet superior to Seiko's. The meca-quartz movement is a common feature, and the watch offers 100m water resistance. However, the 24-hour subdial is considered functionally illogical and visually unappealing by one owner, and the mineral crystal is noted as a drawback compared to sapphire. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Hull highly for its significant style and value at its budget price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's lume is a strong point. Reviewers noted the absence of a sapphire crystal as a drawback.

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