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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto ChronovsKUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

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Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono
HamiltonKhaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono
MSRP $3,575
SOMBRERO 90-011
KUOESOMBRERO 90-011
MSRP $980

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono46mm
SOMBRERO 90-01138mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono60h
SOMBRERO 90-01142h
Water Resistance
Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono50m
SOMBRERO 90-011200m
MSRP
Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono$3,575
SOMBRERO 90-011$980

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
46mm
38mm
Thickness
16.2mm
12.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-31
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
60h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,575
$980

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What people say

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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.

KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

Owners widely praise the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 for its stunning dials, blued hands, and quality finishing, with many highlighting its great value and vintage-inspired aesthetic. The comfortable jubilee bracelet and excellent lume are frequently mentioned positives. One owner notes the watch is "pretty thick in regards to height," and another points out minor criticism regarding the handset finish and crown edges, with indices and handset sharing a similar color that can obscure visibility. The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 utilizes a Miyota 9039 movement, with reported accuracy ranging from -10 to +30 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 highly for its attractive design and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011's vintage-inspired dial and hands are a strong point, with reviewers noting their aesthetic appeal. The watch's design is also praised for its uniqueness, with one reviewer calling it "design perfection." However, the relatively short 40-hour power reserve of the MIYOTA Cal.9039 automatic movement is a notable weakness.

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