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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto ChronovsPraesidus Neptune 44

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Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono
HamiltonKhaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono
MSRP $3,575
Neptune 44
PraesidusNeptune 44
MSRP $550

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono46mm
Neptune 4444mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono60h
Neptune 4440h
Water Resistance
Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono50m
Neptune 44200m
MSRP
Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono$3,575
Neptune 44$550

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
46mm
44mm
Thickness
16.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Patina

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-31
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
60h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,575
$550

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What people say

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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono

The Hamilton Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono is noted for its unique bullhead chronograph design and detachable functionality for desktop display, with a PVD case and yellow accents. Owners praise its solid construction, precise indices, and smooth bezel action, alongside a detailed champagne dial, crisp printing, and retro hands with good lume. However, its extreme thickness and 46.3mm width are flagged as compromising daily wearability, and some find the sizable crown guards hinder usability, while a rattling bracelet with a difficult-to-remove design is also mentioned. The watch uses the Hamilton H-31 automatic chronograph movement with a 60-hour power reserve and is a limited edition of 1999 units. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Hamilton Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono for its distinctive design and pilot-inspired legibility, despite practical concerns regarding its size and wearability.

Praesidus Neptune 44

The dial details and historical elements, including fragments from Iwo Jima battlefield relics, are praised. The bracelet exhibits rattle. Reviewers disagree on the use of faux patina on the dial.

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