Hamilton Khaki field advice

[vintagewaferthin]

Hi all, looking to garner some opinions/advice. Im looking in the not so distant future to get a Hamilton Khaki field mechanical. I had one a few years ago with the black dial and date, which I wasn't in total love with. I wasn't too happy with how it sat on my wrist with the long lugs, and at times I found the minimalistic nature of the dial a little boring. I sold it after a few months to help fund my 5500 Air-King, and simply because I didn't really feel like I was bonding with the watch. Fast forward 4 years, and I am regretting that I sold that watch. I have to say that I have come to appreciate the minimalistic look more and find myself wanting another one.

Question, should I go with the current, no date khaki field, or buy one of the older used fields like the one I used to have? Ive gone back and forth, even considering the new white dial version. What do you guys think? Thanks!

[mps354]

I was going back and forth between the white dial and the all black version, and went with the latter. Fun watch, lots of strap options

[scarlet knight]

I like my Khaki.


Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

[dimag333]

Originally Posted by scarlet knight

I like my Khaki.


Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Got a lume shot?

steve

[scarlet knight]

Sadly, no. I don’t think the lume is terrific on this watch compared to my Rolexes and Seikos.

You can tell from the picture that it does not have anti-reflective coating (or if it does, it doesn’t work).

But it is a very nice field watch at a reasonable price!

[scarlet knight]

More moolah, a similar watch I own that I prefer:Oris Big Crown


Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

[vintagewaferthin]

Originally Posted by mps354

I was going back and forth between the white dial and the all black version, and went with the latter. Fun watch, lots of strap options

If the white had the 28800bph I would have gone with that. Definitely prefer the smoother motion of the second hand. Ill most likely get one of the older black dials with the date, which is what I had a few years ago.

[Justindo]

Personally, I'd go for the new no date version but that's because I don't usually like date windows and no date watches are much faster and easier to set, which is an issue if you have a number of watches.

[HobokenRolex]

I have this - the brown dial. Fun watch and great value. I’ve worn it on both leather and nato.

[GGGMT]

Originally Posted by scarlet knight

More moolah, a similar watch I own that I prefer:Oris Big Crown


Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Agree . The Oris has been one of my faves of all time. This thing is on my wrist more frequently than all the big boys.





Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[gnuyork]

I like the newer no date mechanicals, but nothing wrong with the older date ones... I just prefer no date watches personally.








works on vintage style strap too:

[GradyPhilpott]

I have this one and I'm very fond of it.

[Ny325]

Nice Hamilton. My Timex Expedition fills the "Field Watch " void.

[Doc Savage]

If you can wear a 42mm, I highly recommend the Hamilton Murph Field watch. It is a beautiful piece and I think its readability exceeds the Khaki Field watch.

[vintagewaferthin]

Originally Posted by Doc Savage

If you can wear a 42mm, I highly recommend the Hamilton Murph Field watch. It is a beautiful piece and I think its readability exceeds the Khaki Field watch.

I do like that dial. 42mm is a bit too big for me, and I prefer hand wind.

[vintagewaferthin]

I do like the no date version. The thing that ruins it for me is the faux patina on the lume. Unfortunately

[gnuyork]

Originally Posted by vintagewaferthin

I do like the no date version. The thing that ruins it for me is the faux patina on the lume. Unfortunately

Really? I actually think it's done rather well, and warms up the otherwise boring dial in a good way.

[vintagewaferthin]

Originally Posted by gnuyork

Really? I actually think it's done rather well, and warms up the otherwise boring dial in a good way.

Id probably have to see it in person. One thing I do wish is that they made these in 35mm or so, if nothing else as a limited run.

[BMonforte]

Originally Posted by mps354

I was going back and forth between the white dial and the all black version, and went with the latter. Fun watch, lots of strap options

I was also thinking of buying the black PVD version. How do you like it so far? Do you have any pics?

Thx

[stockae92]

I have the brown dial version before and now the white dial version.

I think these are great value, and a lot of fun to wear. They works well with a lot of different straps.

[vintagewaferthin]

debating on whether or not to get a used one or new. Ive decided to go with the date version w the black dial and older 28800 bph movement.

[vintagewaferthin]

Originally Posted by stockae92

I have the brown dial version before and now the white dial version.

I think these are great value, and a lot of fun to wear. They works well with a lot of different straps.

love the nato strap on there!

[N2theCAPE]

Originally Posted by vintagewaferthin

I do like that dial. 42mm is a bit too big for me, and I prefer hand wind.

This watch can still be hand wound, it's just not the only option. You should check out some of the vintage Hamilton's since you're looking for a smaller size. Get something with more of a story behind it.

Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

[vintagewaferthin]

Originally Posted by N2theCAPE

This watch can still be hand wound, it's just not the only option. You should check out some of the vintage Hamilton's since you're looking for a smaller size. Get something with more of a story behind it.

Sent from my Pixel 3 using Tapatalk

Ive thought of the 80s military field watches from Hamilton. Worried about frankens and fakes, so I have stayed away from those so far.

[vintagewaferthin]

Anybody with any knowledge on these older Hamiltons? Here is one I found from 88 on the bay. Definitely looks cool and I like the small size. Thoughts?

https://www.ebay.com/p/13018032859?iid=193422294123