Hamilton Khaki Aviation X-Wind Day Date AutovsMühle-Glashütte S.A.R. Flieger-Chronograph


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Measurements
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Khaki Aviation X-Wind Day Date Auto

S.A.R. Flieger-Chronograph
Diameter
45mm
45mm
Lug-to-Lug
54mm
54mm
Thickness
12.8mm
lowest
16.2mm
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
80h
highest
62h
MSRP
$1,375
lowest
$4,334
Movement
Hamilton H-30
MU 9413
Case
1 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Aviation X-Wind Day Date Auto for its value and technical, busy aesthetic, with many appreciating its versatility with straps. Reviewers highlight its handsome, easy-to-read dial with raised indicators and a brushed silver finish, and some owners find the 42mm size excellent. However, the watch's crosswind calculation features are deemed useless by some, and its lume is criticized as weak or practically non-existent. Owners are split on the updated design, and some find the left-handed crown and pusher setup uncomfortable, while others note the large size may not suit all wrists. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Aviation X-Wind Day Date Auto highly for its perceived value and bold, complicated aesthetic.
The H-21 movement's 60-hour power reserve is a notable strength. The large 44mm case size was mentioned as a potential drawback.
The Mühle-Glashütte S.A.R. Flieger-Chronograph is seen as a compelling alternative to other tool watches, featuring unique hollow mono-lugs, a 4 o'clock crown with a guard, and an internally-mounted cyclops with a diagonal date window. Reviewers note its German Navy design heritage, a distinctive 8 o'clock chronograph pusher for thumb operation, and a dial that emphasizes 10-second intervals. The watch utilizes a modified movement with German finishing, and its 100m water resistance is considered adequate by some, though a desire for higher ratings for diving limits interest for others. The Flieger dial is widely praised for its aesthetic, though its busyness is a point of contention for some owners. The Mühle-Glashütte S.A.R. Flieger-Chronograph is priced at $4,299 on bracelet and $3,999 on rubber. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Mühle-Glashütte S.A.R.
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