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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono

The Hamilton Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono is noted for its unique bullhead chronograph design and detachable functionality for desktop display, with a PVD case and yellow accents. Owners praise its solid construction, precise indices, and smooth bezel action, alongside a detailed champagne dial, crisp printing, and retro hands with good lume. However, its extreme thickness and 46.3mm width are flagged as compromising daily wearability, and some find the sizable crown guards hinder usability, while a rattling bracelet with a difficult-to-remove design is also mentioned. The watch uses the Hamilton H-31 automatic chronograph movement with a 60-hour power reserve and is a limited edition of 1999 units. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono for its distinctive design and pilot-inspired legibility, despite practical concerns regarding its size and wearability.

CIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT

The CIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT features an onyx case and a unique dial design with a gold snake indicating hours and minutes. Reviewers note the CD-04-S automatic movement has a 41-hour power reserve and the watch is water-resistant to 30 meters. The silver version uses a 925 silver snake and a CD-04-E movement, while the gold version features an 18K gold snake and the CD-04-S movement. On balance, reviewers highlight the LEGEND OF SERPENT's distinctive dial and case design as its primary appeal.

From video reviewers

The unique case design and 18k gold serpent hand are notable features of the CIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT. The watch's movement accuracy is also a strength, as it shares its movement with the award-winning Blue Planet titanium predecessor.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono46mm
LEGEND OF SERPENT46.5mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono60h
LEGEND OF SERPENT41h
Water Resistance
Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono50m
LEGEND OF SERPENT30m
MSRP
Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono$3,575
LEGEND OF SERPENT$2,399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Chronograph
Diameter
46mm
46.5mm
Thickness
16.2mm
15.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Gold
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
18k

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-31
CD-04-S
Power Reserve
60h
41h
Jewels
0
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,575
$2,399
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