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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot AutovsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002

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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.

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002

Owners widely praise the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 for its excellent 35mm size and premium feel for the price, with one owner noting its lume is the best they have experienced. The sand-textured cream dial is described as offering depth and legibility, though one owner rated the dial design 2/5 due to numeral offset referencing classic field watches. The watch utilizes a Seiko NH35 or NH38 automatic movement, with Kuoe adjusting it to a range of -20 to +40 seconds/day, though one example ran within +/- 10 seconds/day. On balance, owners rate the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 highly for its wearability and craftsmanship at its price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto36mm
OLD SMITH 90-00235mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto80h
OLD SMITH 90-00241h
Water Resistance
Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto100m
OLD SMITH 90-002100m
MSRP
Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto$1,125
OLD SMITH 90-002$559

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Pilot
Field
Diameter
36mm
35mm
Thickness
11.15mm
12.35mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
42mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Dome
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Ivory
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-10
Seiko NH38
Power Reserve
80h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,125
$559
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