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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Day Date AutovsSpinnaker Fleuss

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Khaki Aviation Day Date Auto
HamiltonKhaki Aviation Day Date Auto
MSRP $1,125
Fleuss
SpinnakerFleuss
MSRP $179

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Aviation Day Date Auto42mm
Fleuss43mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Aviation Day Date Auto80h
Fleuss40h
Water Resistance
Khaki Aviation Day Date Auto100m
Fleuss150m
MSRP
Khaki Aviation Day Date Auto$1,125
Fleuss$179

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
12.15mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
51mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lumber Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-40
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,125
$179

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What people say

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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Day Date Auto

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Day Date Auto for its handsome, legible dial with raised indices and day/date complications, and its versatile, modern pilot watch design. The fully brushed case and good lume are noted strengths, with one owner finding it wears comfortably on a NATO strap. The H-10 caliber offers an 80-hour power reserve, though its decoration and regulation are less refined. Some find the 42mm size large and the skeletonized hour hand tip visually unappealing, while others note the AR coating is decent but not exceptional. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Day Date Auto highly for its practical design and value at its price point.

Spinnaker Fleuss

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss for its retro design, textured dial, and good value, with many noting it looks better in person than in photos. The watch is appreciated for its robust construction and finishing, especially when found at a discount. Some owners report good timekeeping and a decent power reserve. However, the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT is criticized by some for its large case size, which can affect proportions and numeral legibility. One owner experienced a broken crown after a fall, while another noted concerns about the acrylic bezel's durability. The lume is described as adequate but not exceptional. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss highly for its retro aesthetic and value proposition, particularly when purchased on sale.

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