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Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical BronzevsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze
HamiltonKhaki Field Mechanical Bronze
MSRP $1,025
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze38mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze80h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze50m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze$1,025
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Field
Chronograph
Thickness
9.6mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-50
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Manual
Quartz
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,025
$328

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What people say

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Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze for its attractive bronze case that develops a unique patina, its comfortable 38mm size, and the satisfying winding action of its hand-wound H-50 movement, which provides an 80-hour power reserve. The vintage military design, legible matte black dial with beige lume, and overall value are frequently highlighted as key strengths. Some owners note the lugs appear large, and while earlier models had 50m water resistance, newer versions offer 100m. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze highly for its vintage aesthetic and character-building patina at an accessible price.

From video reviewers

The watch's bronze case develops a unique patina over time, adding to its character. A potential weakness is the watch's bronze reacting with certain skin types or environments, causing discoloration or staining. Reviewers disagree on the lume brightness, with one reviewer finding it lacking and the other not mentioning it.

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.

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