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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical ChronovsVario VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

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VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench
VarioVARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench
MSRP $499

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Chrono40mm
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench37mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Chrono60h
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench40h
Water Resistance
Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Chrono100m
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench100m
MSRP
Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Chrono$2,445
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Field
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
14.35mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
UltraHex Titanium

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Blue
Yellow

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-51-Si
Miyota 82s5
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
60h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,445
$499

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What people say

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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Chrono

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Chrono for its authentic military design, attractive dial execution, and intriguing asymmetrical case, with many appreciating its utilitarian feel and vintage vibe. The hand-wound H-51-Si movement, offering a 60-hour power reserve and accuracy around +5 to +7 seconds per day, is also noted positively, as is the satisfying feel of manual winding. Some owners find the 36mm case size light and versatile, while others note it wears larger than its dimensions suggest. However, several sources point to the mineral crystal as a drawback compared to sapphire, and the lume is generally described as weak. The included strap is frequently criticized for being too long and uncomfortable, with many preferring it on a NATO strap. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Chrono highly for its compelling vintage military aesthetic and solid value proposition.

VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

Owners praise the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench for its price point and the dial's color-shifting effects, with one owner noting it as a great limited edition. A reviewer highlights its lightweight titanium case and sand-textured pink dial. Some with larger wrists may find its 36mm size compact. One owner dislikes the strap and notes the movement can occasionally be loud. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench highly for its unique dial and value at the price.

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