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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical ChronovsVenezianico Nereide Corallo

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Nereide Corallo
VenezianicoNereide Corallo
MSRP $1,495
What people say

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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Chrono

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Chrono for its authentic military design, attractive dial execution, and intriguing asymmetrical case, with many appreciating its utilitarian feel and vintage vibe. The hand-wound H-51-Si movement, offering a 60-hour power reserve and accuracy around +5 to +7 seconds per day, is also noted positively, as is the satisfying feel of manual winding. Some owners find the 36mm case size light and versatile, while others note it wears larger than its dimensions suggest. However, several sources point to the mineral crystal as a drawback compared to sapphire, and the lume is generally described as weak. The included strap is frequently criticized for being too long and uncomfortable, with many preferring it on a NATO strap. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Chrono highly for its compelling vintage military aesthetic and solid value proposition.

From video reviewers

The vintage-inspired design referencing a 1970s RAF model is a shared strength. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses or specific points of disagreement.

Venezianico Nereide Corallo

Owners widely praise the Venezianico Nereide Timascus for its beautiful design, authentic material, and unique iridescent colors. One owner reports a bezel to indices alignment issue on the Aureo model. Some find the 1075€ price point for the limited edition Timascus too high, and wish for a 39mm option. Overall, owners rate the Venezianico Nereide highly for its striking aesthetic and material uniqueness, despite some price and sizing concerns.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Chrono40mm
Nereide Corallo42mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Chrono60h
Nereide Corallo40h
Water Resistance
Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Chrono100m
Nereide Corallo200m
MSRP
Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Chrono$2,445
Nereide Corallo$1,495

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
14.35mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
49mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-51-Si
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
60h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,445
$1,495
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