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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race AutovsZelos Hammerhead (Tantalum LE)

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto
HamiltonKhaki Aviation Air Race Auto
MSRP $845
Hammerhead (Tantalum LE)
ZelosHammerhead (Tantalum LE)
MSRP $1,499

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto38mm
Hammerhead (Tantalum LE)44mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto80h
Hammerhead (Tantalum LE)40h
Water Resistance
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto50m
Hammerhead (Tantalum LE)300m
MSRP
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto$845
Hammerhead (Tantalum LE)$1,499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
38mm
44mm
Thickness
10.8mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44mm
Lug Width
19mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Tantalum LE

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-10
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$845
$1,499

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What people say

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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto for its legibility and practicality, with some appreciating its countdown bezel and GMT pointer. However, opinions on its design are split, with some calling it a "Frankenstein" and disliking the skeleton hands, while others find the hands suitable for a pilot watch. One owner notes the lume is underwhelming and the 44mm size may be too large for some wrists. The original strap is also described as uncomfortable and prone to water stains. On balance, owners value the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto for its legibility and practical features, despite a polarizing design and some comfort concerns.

Zelos Hammerhead (Tantalum LE)

The Zelos Hammerhead (Tantalum LE) features a forged carbon dial and bezel insert with infused lume. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Hammerhead (Tantalum LE) highly for its unique material composition and substantial feel.

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