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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race AutovsZelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton

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Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto
HamiltonKhaki Aviation Air Race Auto
MSRP $845
Skyraider 40 Skeleton
ZelosSkyraider 40 Skeleton
MSRP $1,999

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto38mm
Skyraider 40 Skeleton40mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto80h
Skyraider 40 Skeleton40h
Water Resistance
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto50m
Skyraider 40 Skeleton50m
MSRP
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto$845
Skyraider 40 Skeleton$1,999

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Skeleton
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
10.8mm
8.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
40mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Ti Damascus LE

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-10
Swiss Skeletonised Marvin 700
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$845
$1,999

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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 Skyraider 40 Skeleton

The Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton is noted for its skeletonized dial and the use of BGW9 and C3 Super-LumiNova for legibility. It is powered by a manual-wind ETA 6498 movement, offering a 44-hour power reserve. On balance, the Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton is seen as a cool-looking option, though availability is a factor.

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