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Hamilton Khaki Field Pioneer AutomatiquevsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Khaki Field Pioneer Automatique
HamiltonKhaki Field Pioneer Automatique
MSRP $895
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328
What people say

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Hamilton Khaki Field Pioneer Automatique

Owners widely report the bracelet quality is a notable drawback for the price, and some find the dial basic and lacking legibility due to the absence of AR coating. However, the Hamilton Khaki Field Pioneer Automatique is praised for its accurate movement featuring an 80-hour power reserve, and its lug-to-lug dimension is noted as near-perfect for smaller wrists. The inclusion of a 24-hour scale is appreciated. Overall, owners find the Hamilton Khaki Field Pioneer Automatique to be just okay for its asking price new, with the movement's performance being a key positive aspect.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Field Pioneer Automatique42mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Field Pioneer Automatique80h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Khaki Field Pioneer Automatique100m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Khaki Field Pioneer Automatique$895
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Chronograph
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
11.7mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Beige
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-10
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$895
$328
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