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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Khaki Pilot GMT AutovsBaltic MR Classic

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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Khaki Pilot GMT Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Khaki Pilot GMT Auto as an underrated, value-packed GMT with good finishing and a sapphire crystal, powered by an ETA 2893-2 movement. Some find the GMT hand obscures legibility, while others consider it legible and appreciate the slim design, though its 44mm size is noted as large by some. One owner describes it as functioning more as an "office GMT" than a traveler's GMT. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Khaki Pilot GMT Auto highly for its excellent value and GMT functionality.

Baltic MR Classic

Owners widely praise the Baltic MR Classic's attractive dial with applied Breguet numerals and granular texture, noting it looks far more expensive than its price. Reviewers highlight the refined, dressy aesthetic and the visually appealing micro-rotor movement. Some owners report precise time-setting and a smooth winding action. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner seeing +1 second per day and another averaging +10 seconds per day. Concerns exist regarding the gold PVD finish's durability, with reports of wear from strap friction. The 36mm case is described as small, and some find the bezel chunky and the watch's overall height significant. The Chinese Hangzhou micro-rotor movement is noted as potentially noisy and difficult for local repair, though Baltic's customer service and warranty are praised. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Baltic MR Classic highly for its dressy aesthetic and dial finishing at its price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Aviation Khaki Pilot GMT Auto44mm
MR Classic36mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Aviation Khaki Pilot GMT Auto50h
MR Classic42h
Water Resistance
Khaki Aviation Khaki Pilot GMT Auto100m
MR Classic30m
MSRP
Khaki Aviation Khaki Pilot GMT Auto$1,575
MR Classic$589

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Dress
Diameter
44mm
36mm
Thickness
12.1mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
44mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hesalite
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2893-2
Hangzhou CAL5000a Micro-rotor
Power Reserve
50h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,575
$589
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