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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Air Race AutovsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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

Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto
HamiltonKhaki Aviation Air Race Auto
MSRP $845
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto38mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto80h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto50m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Khaki Aviation Air Race Auto$845
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
Chronograph
Thickness
10.8mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-10
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$845
$328

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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.

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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