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Hamilton Khaki Field Day Date Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Field Day Date Auto for its robust build, clear dial legibility, and versatility as a "go anywhere, do anything" watch, connecting them to a classic aesthetic and historical significance. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its value, with some noting the 80-hour power reserve from the H10 movement and 100m water resistance. However, some owners find its lume intensity and longevity inexcusable, and a common criticism of Hamilton watches is the lack of AR coating on the crystal. The bracelet finish and overall appearance are points of contention, with some considering it plain or overrated while others praise its finishing and attractive PVD. Accuracy ranges from excellent to simply "ok," with no consensus on movement quality. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Field Day Date Auto highly for its classic aesthetic, robust build, and value as an entry-level automatic field watch.

From video reviewers

The 80-hour power reserve from the H-40 movement is a significant strength. The 50-meter water resistance is considered limited for a field watch. Reviewers disagreed on the bracelet quality, with one noting rattle and another not mentioning it.

Jack Mason Canton Salt

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Jack Mason Canton Salt for its high-quality finishing, textured dials, and the inclusion of the La Joux-Perret G100 automatic movement. The 39mm case is noted for its slim profile and comfortable wearability, with some specifically highlighting the versatility of the white dial and the attractive green and white variants. However, some owners find the case proportions stubby and the design uninspired, while others report issues with the clasp's micro-adjustment system and overly tight bracelet screws. Accuracy figures range from ±7 seconds per day, and the movement offers a 68-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Jack Mason Canton Salt highly for its impressive finishing and value, particularly appreciating the well-executed case and bracelet.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Field Day Date Auto42mm
Canton Salt39mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Field Day Date Auto80h
Canton Salt68h
Water Resistance
Khaki Field Day Date Auto50m
Canton Salt150m
MSRP
Khaki Field Day Date Auto$895
Canton Salt$1,199

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
11.2mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
46mm
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-30
La Joux-Perret G100
Power Reserve
80h
68h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$895
$1,199
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