Hamilton Khaki Aviation X-Wind Auto chronovsFarer GMT
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Owners widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Aviation X-Wind Auto chrono for its good quality for the price and versatility with straps. Reviewers highlight its unique drift angle calculator function as a horological curio and legitimate navigational tool, noting its modified Valjoux 7750 movement provides a 60-hour power reserve. Some owners find the busy dial and left-handed crown/pusher setup unusual, and its lume could be stronger, while others consider it a heavy travel watch with features not useful for everyday use. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Aviation X-Wind Auto chrono highly for its functionality and build quality at its price point.
The Farer GMT Automatic is praised for its vibrant, legible sea-green sunburst dial and well-proportioned 39.5mm, 10mm thin case. The Top Grade ETA 2893-2 movement offers hacking seconds and a 42-hour power reserve. Reviewers note the bronze crown, intended to develop patina, as a potentially unpopular design choice. Overall, reviewers consider the Farer GMT Automatic good value at its price point, highlighting the dial and case proportions as key strengths.
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