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Hamilton Khaki Field Day Date AutovsSpinnaker Wreck Automatic

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Khaki Field Day Date Auto
HamiltonKhaki Field Day Date Auto
MSRP $895
Wreck Automatic
SpinnakerWreck Automatic
MSRP $189

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Field Day Date Auto42mm
Wreck Automatic44mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Field Day Date Auto80h
Wreck Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Khaki Field Day Date Auto50m
Wreck Automatic200m
MSRP
Khaki Field Day Date Auto$895
Wreck Automatic$189

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Thickness
11.2mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-30
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$895
$189

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Spinnaker Wreck Automatic

The Spinnaker Wreck Automatic is widely praised for its exceptional value, featuring a distressed finish on its aluminum bezel and etched dial. Owners consistently highlight the excellent bezel and crown action, with one owner noting it surpasses that of many higher-end watches. The 43mm steel case is water-resistant to 100 meters and houses a Seiko NH-35 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Wreck Automatic highly for its impressive build quality and tactile feel at its price point.

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