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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto ChronovsSpinnaker Fleuss GMT

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Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono
HamiltonKhaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono
MSRP $3,575
Fleuss GMT
SpinnakerFleuss GMT
MSRP $299

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono46mm
Fleuss GMT43mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono60h
Fleuss GMT40h
Water Resistance
Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono50m
Fleuss GMT150m
MSRP
Khaki Aviation Takeoff Auto Chrono$3,575
Fleuss GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
GMT
Diameter
46mm
43mm
Thickness
16.2mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
51mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-31
Seiko NH34A
Power Reserve
60h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,575
$299

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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.

Spinnaker Fleuss GMT

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT for its aesthetic appeal, comfortable and light wearability, and value, especially when discounted. The textured blue dial, applied lumed markers, and sapphire crystal with AR coating are highlighted as stunning features. Owners also note the dial is very well lumed and the bracelet has helpful quick-release tabs. However, the 43.3mm case size is criticized by some as being too large, and the Beads of Rice bracelet is described as "jingly jangly" with a pressed clasp and a clasp that isn't finely finished. Some users flag the internal bezel rotates too easily. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT highly for its aesthetic success and value at its affordable price point.

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