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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot AutovsVario 1918 Trench Brass

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Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto
HamiltonKhaki Aviation Pilot Auto
MSRP $1,125
1918 Trench Brass
Vario1918 Trench Brass
MSRP $388

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto36mm
1918 Trench Brass40mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto80h
1918 Trench Brass40h
Water Resistance
Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto100m
1918 Trench Brass100m
MSRP
Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto$1,125
1918 Trench Brass$388

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
Field
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
11.15mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
White

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-10
Miyota 82s5
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,125
$388

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What people say

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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto

The Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto is widely praised for its legibility and value, with reviewers and owners highlighting its clear dial design, bold numerals, and effective Super-LumiNova. The 80-hour power reserve from the H-10 caliber is a consistent positive point. Owners and reviewers find the 36mm and 39mm sizes to be comfortable and versatile for everyday wear, though some find the hands on the 36mm model disproportionate or requiring adjustment. The watch offers 100m water resistance. On balance, the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Auto is highly regarded for its legibility, substantial power reserve, and everyday wearability at its price point.

Vario 1918 Trench Brass

Owners widely praise the Vario 1918 Trench Brass for its attractive, precisely made dial and case, with the evolving brass patina noted as a positive feature. The bund strap is considered comfortable and well-fitting by some, though others find it stiff and short for larger wrists. The lume is considered poor. The Miyota 82s5 movement is described as adequate, with accuracy ranging from about -10 seconds per day to simply running slow. On balance, owners rate the Vario 1918 Trench Brass highly for its fantastic looks and the unique character of its brass case.

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