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Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba AutovsVario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé

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Khaki Navy Scuba Auto
HamiltonKhaki Navy Scuba Auto
MSRP $975
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé
Vario1945 D12 Bronze Fumé
MSRP $428

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Khaki Navy Scuba Auto40mm
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé37mm
Power Reserve
Khaki Navy Scuba Auto80h
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé40h
Water Resistance
Khaki Navy Scuba Auto100m
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé100m
MSRP
Khaki Navy Scuba Auto$975
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé$428

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
12.95mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Grey

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-10
Miyota 82s5
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$975
$428

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What people say

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Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba Auto

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba Auto for its exceptional value, robust construction, and distinctive dial designs, with many highlighting the 80-hour power reserve provided by the H-10 movement. The watch is frequently noted for its utilitarian dial, legible lume, and tactile bezel action. However, the 43mm case size is a recurring point of contention, with several sources deeming it large for everyday wear, though some owners find it comfortable and appreciate its substantial feel. One reviewer points out that the steel bracelet could benefit from a taper and a quick-adjust clasp, and another notes the unlumed bezel pip as a minor area for improvement. Overall, the Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba Auto is highly regarded by owners and reviewers for its strong value and appealing tool-watch aesthetic, with the 43mm case size being the most significant consideration for potential buyers.

Vario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé

Owners widely appreciate the Vario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé for its historical representation and the use of two lume colors. The blended branding is considered tasteful by some, though one owner expressed indecision about the logo and crown position. The 37mm bronze case is designed to develop a patina, as are the bronze hands, complementing the gradient matte black dial with faux-patina lume. The Miyota 82S5 automatic movement, however, is noted by owners to be noisy and rattly, with one owner reporting +7 seconds per day accuracy and a 40-hour power reserve. Overall, owners rate the Vario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé positively for its aesthetic appeal and historical narrative, despite the noisy movement.

From video reviewers

The bronze case developing a patina is a key aesthetic feature. Reviewers found the value proposition to be good at $428 USD.

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