Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba AutovsSpinnaker Dumas Automatic

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba Auto at true scale

Khaki Navy Scuba Auto

Spinnaker Dumas Automatic at true scale

Dumas Automatic

Diameter

40mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48mm

Thickness

12.9mm

lowest

15mm

Water Resistance

100m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

80h

n/a

MSRP

$975

$239

lowest

Movement

Hamilton H-10

Seiko NH35

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
44mm
Thickness
12.95mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-10
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$975
$239
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba Auto as an excellent value proposition under $1,000, highlighting its distinctive design, legible lume, and tactile bezel. Some owners appreciate its 40mm case size for comfortable everyday wear, while others find the 43mm variants feel great on the wrist. The H-10 automatic movement provides an 80-hour power reserve. However, the 43mm case size is noted as large by some, and the steel bracelet could benefit from a taper and a quick-adjust clasp. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba Auto highly for its robust tool watch design and impressive value at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 80-hour power reserve from the H-10 movement is a significant strength. Reviewers noted the bezel action and bracelet/clasp as points of focus.

Spinnaker Dumas Automatic

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Dumas Automatic for its robust build quality, attractive textured blue dial, and excellent finishing for its price point. The watch is noted for its comfortable wearability, attributed to a short lug-to-lug distance, and owners report positive experiences with the Seiko NH35 movement. Some owners mention a mineral crystal instead of sapphire, a bracelet with a learning curve, and a crown that feels slightly small. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Dumas Automatic highly for its aesthetic appeal and solid construction at a fair price.

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