Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba AutovsWISE ASURA
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Measurements
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Khaki Navy Scuba Auto
ASURA
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Thickness
12.9mm
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
80h
highest
41h
MSRP
$975
n/a
Movement
Hamilton H-10
Sellita SW261-1
Case
1 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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.
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.
Owners widely praise the WISE ASURA's aesthetic, with one calling it one of the most beautiful watches they have seen. However, opinions on its value are mixed, with one owner suggesting a price between $200-$400 and another noting a significant discount brought its price down to a competitor's level. On balance, owners rate the WISE ASURA highly for its striking design, though its perceived value at retail price is a point of contention.
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