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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race AutovsPhoibos Reef Master

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Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto
HamiltonKhaki Aviation Air Race Auto
MSRP $845
Reef Master
PhoibosReef Master
MSRP $335
What people say

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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto for its legibility and practicality, with some appreciating its countdown bezel and GMT pointer. However, opinions on its design are split, with some calling it a "Frankenstein" and disliking the skeleton hands, while others find the hands suitable for a pilot watch. One owner notes the lume is underwhelming and the 44mm size may be too large for some wrists. The original strap is also described as uncomfortable and prone to water stains. On balance, owners value the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto for its legibility and practical features, despite a polarizing design and some comfort concerns.

Phoibos Reef Master

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Reef Master for its exceptional value, highlighting its sapphire crystal, DLC coating, and extensive BGW9 lume. The watch is noted for its cool lume, with one owner finding it not bulky despite its robust build. The Shamrock Green dial and texture are highly praised, as is the comfortable bracelet with solid end links. However, the bezel action is described as rough, and the basic folding clasp is a disappointment. Accuracy is reported as excellent, with one owner seeing +-2 sec/day. Some find the 42mm size almost too big for their wrists, and the date window is considered too small. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Reef Master highly for its impressive feature set and value at its price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto38mm
Reef Master42mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto80h
Reef Master40h
Water Resistance
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto50m
Reef Master200m
MSRP
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto$845
Reef Master$335

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
10.8mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Lug Width
19mm
22mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Green
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-10
SII NH38
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$845
$335
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