Which is cheaper, the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is the cheaper of the two at $425, against $845 for the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto — a $420 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton wears larger at 40mm versus 38mm for the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

The Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto carries a 80-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton.

What movement does the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto run compared to the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto uses the H-10 and the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton uses the SII NH38A.

Side by side

Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race AutovsSpinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

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

Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto

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MSRP $845

Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

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MSRP $425

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto38mm

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40mm

Power Reserve

Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto80h

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40h

Water Resistance

Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto50m

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton100m

MSRP

Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto$845

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton$425

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

Black

Dollar Diver

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

H-10

SII NH38A

Power Reserve

80h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$845

$425

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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.

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Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is noted for its 40mm steel case, sapphire crystal, and 150m water resistance. One owner reports strong performance from the TMI NH70 movement at -3 seconds per day, with very nice lume. On balance, owners find the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton to be a pretty nice option, particularly for its movement performance and lume.

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