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Hamilton Khaki Navy GMT Auto

The Hamilton Khaki Navy GMT Auto is widely praised for its true GMT function and 80-hour power reserve, with owners noting its excellent quality for the price. Reviewers highlight its legible syringe hands and Arabic numerals, well-functioning inner bezel, and comfortable wearability due to its 12.5mm thickness and brushed case finishing. Some owners report minor cosmetic flaws like paint chips or scrapes, and accuracy figures vary, with one owner seeing -5 seconds per day and another noting +5 seconds per 24 hours. The 43mm case is 13.9mm thick, and while some find the slab-sided profile mitigates the perceived height, others note the lug-to-lug measurement can be a stumbling block. The movement is described as nicely decorated, though one owner notes a loud rotor sound, and the lack of AR coating on the sapphire crystal is a drawback for some.

From video reviewers

The sapphire crystal is a strength cited by both reviewers. Both reviewers noted the ETA movement as reliable.

Zelos Nova 37

Owners widely praise the Zelos Nova 37's spectacular 37mm dimensions and extremely light, thin wearability. The meteorite dial is frequently highlighted as a captivating feature, though some reviewers suggest simpler indices would improve legibility over the Arabic numerals. The watch is considered a considerable value at $1,999. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Nova 37 highly for its excellent dimensions and dial execution at the price.

From video reviewers

The wafer-thin case and intricate dial textures are standout features. The quality of the stock leather strap is a shared concern. Reviewers differed on whether the 37mm or 38mm case size was more accurate.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Navy GMT Auto43mm
Nova 3737mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Navy GMT Auto80h
Nova 37
Water Resistance
Khaki Navy GMT Auto300m
Nova 3750m
MSRP
Khaki Navy GMT Auto$1,525
Nova 37$899

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
43mm
37mm
Thickness
13.9mm
7mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
37mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Silver
Salmon

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-14
ETA/Peseux 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,525
$899
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