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Hamilton Khaki Field Auto ChronovsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Khaki Field Auto Chrono
HamiltonKhaki Field Auto Chrono
MSRP $2,175
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Field Auto Chrono42mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Field Auto Chrono60h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Khaki Field Auto Chrono100m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Khaki Field Auto Chrono$2,175
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
14.5mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-21
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
60h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,175
$328

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What people say

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Hamilton Khaki Field Auto Chrono

The Hamilton Khaki Field Auto Chrono is widely praised for its retro military design, value proposition, and reliable ETA movement. Reviewers highlight its 42mm steel case, 100m water resistance, and the H-21 automatic movement offering a 60-hour power reserve. One editorial review notes the unusual dial layout omits a running seconds indicator for symmetry, featuring day and date windows instead. The case is described as black PVD-treated stainless steel with a brushed finish and polished bezel, complemented by a black-on-black dial with dark grey Super-LumiNova and polished Arabic numerals. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Hamilton Khaki Field Auto Chrono a well-designed tactical sports watch offering a strong combination of style and value.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

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