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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto

The Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto is widely praised for its legibility and value, with reviewers and owners highlighting its clear dial design, bold numerals, and effective Super-LumiNova. The 80-hour power reserve from the H-10 caliber is a consistent positive point. Owners and reviewers find the 36mm and 39mm sizes to be comfortable and versatile for everyday wear, though some find the hands on the 36mm model disproportionate or requiring adjustment. The watch offers 100m water resistance. On balance, the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto is highly regarded for its legibility, substantial power reserve, and everyday wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 36mm case size makes the pilot's watch aesthetic more accessible. The watch offers 100 meters of water resistance. Reviewers expressed hesitation about long-term appeal or missing features.

Farer AQUAMATIC

Owners widely praise the Farer AQUAMATIC for its vibrant color palettes, clean design, and excellent wearability, particularly on its 38.5mm case, with multiple sources highlighting its value under $1,000 and the inclusion of multiple strap options. Reviewers and owners alike commend its build quality and dial details, with one owner noting the double AR coating. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting great timekeeping and another experiencing a watch running about 4 seconds per hour slow, requiring service. Some find the Sellita SW220-1 movement unremarkable, and the day/date font colors are noted by one owner as making the dial feel busy, while bezel grip is described as okay with slight wiggle, common for its price point. Overall, owners rate the Farer AQUAMATIC highly for its fun design and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The Farer AQUAMATIC features a visually appealing design with bold red accents and a spearmint dial. The watch's Swiss-made movement is a notable aspect. The price point is a trade-off against more established brands in the market.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto36mm
AQUAMATIC38.5mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto80h
AQUAMATIC41h
Water Resistance
Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto100m
AQUAMATIC200m
MSRP
Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto$1,125
AQUAMATIC$875

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
36mm
38.5mm
Thickness
11.15mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
45mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-10
Sellita SW220-1
Power Reserve
80h
41h
Jewels
0
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,125
$875
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