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Few days ago,I just bought the 42mm one for $375 from a pawnshop here in Florida. I couldn't take it off my wrist 'cause I love this watch so much. I was even more happy when I found out that this watch costs from $700 to $800, brand new. I've had a very good deal for getting it for only $300+. Mine has some minor scratches on its bracelet, but I don't care I'm really happy I've finally owned this watch...😊😅

The 42mm Khaki Field watch was my first foray into mechanical watches about 10 years ago. Since then I’ve added many more “premium” watches to my collection (Omega, Cartier, several Oris, and 4 Tudors), but I still keep coming back to this one. Been wearing it one a gray & black striped Nato strap for years and still find it ruggedly handsome. Glad to see others appreciating this classic timepiece!

I have the 38mm with a black leather strap and it looks stunning. Can't go wrong with any of the Khaki Field watches really. It's definitely one of my most complimented watches at work! Great review Jenni!

This watch in 38mm is one of my favorite casual watches. It took me quite a few flips to realize I wanted it over the (many) competitors that can beat it on specs at its price point. For me, it hits an aesthetic sweet spot for me between “pure function” of a matte dial, and a sparkly “elevated” field (C63, Noble, Explorer). I usually prefer bracelets, but this one is so good on any kind of strap - especially perlon or leather.

I have the 38mm on the bracelet as my daily wear. I recommend getting the bracelet version. You can always buy straps to dress it up or tone it down. It’s a real strap monster! As for me I did get the bracelet version and later purchased the brown leather straps from Hamilton for dressier occasions. Great time piece!

I love that the thumbnail is just both the 38mm. I personally got the 38 over the 42 even tho most people would probably say it's too small for my wrist. The date window placement not being adjusted to the 42mm proportion also bothers me. Also correct me if I'm wrong, but Hamilton changed the bracelet and the second hand markings from 2020 onwards

I love this video. The combination of history, the editing, the pleasant voice-over and the enthusiasm are stellar. Congrats 👏🏼😘

Thanks for putting these two together. I have the 42mm and am fery happy with it. I bought it with leather band and ended up ordering the metal bracelet. You are right, people should go to metal first and then buy whatever they would like to try.

I have the silver dial version and it's an absolute strap monster: looks magnificent on any strap and every strap changes the look and feel of the watch completely! The only little niggle is I would've loved a pop of colour on the tip of the seconds hand but otherwise, magnificent watch!

There was a time when I loved field watches. Now I prefer diver watches, but if I ever decide to get a field watch, I will probably get the 38. That's a great size.

the more costly deep blue dialed auto titanium is amazing looking. love it.

Hi Jenni, great video as always. I bought a 42mm version on the stock brown leather strap over a year ago at £395 on special offer. It's my go-to beater and I prefer it on the leather or a NATO strap to retain it's Field vibe. Marvellous quality at this price point and keeps an incredible +1/+2 secs per day in a rotation with several other watches - the 80hr power reserve helps. A very attractive, if busy dial, but highly legible and I like the varied textures; however the lume is dreadful and there's no AR coating. Nevertheless highly recommended.

It's one of the few watches left on my radar. Most affordable of any watch I'm considering. I have 4 Hamiltons now, been thinking hard about getting this one, but on a leather strap.

I love Hamilton. Most watch snobs do. It's a solid company. Thanks for the video!

38mm is the overall best watch of all time in my opinion. Swiss automatic movement. 72 hour preserve sapphire crystal less than 42mm (or 42mm if you want) 100m water resist under $400 at time of posting (on leather strap) 24 hr indices (underrated feature) decent lume, display caseback OK maybe it loses half a point for not having drilled lug holes (like other hamilton models) but COME ON. It's damn near perfect.

Just clicked on this one in 38mm from Amazon. My brother has a field type Hamilton, and in about 12 years it has kept good time and caused him no trouble at all, all while being treated fairly rough. I have a Casio Oceanus S100 and have been looking for a mechanical to compliment it, this will do just fine.

i wish they also made a 36mm version, the 38mm still wears pretty big on 6.5inch wrists. I got a few 36mm field watches and they wear perfect.

I'm pretty sure the polished bezel is there so you can fondly remember where all the scratches and dings on it came from when doing field-things. I have both and I know where all the scratches and dings came from.

I have the Hamilton Khaki Field Officer, it is hand winding and it’s been my most accurate mechanical piece in my collection!

Just got the 36mm manual Pilot Pioneer. Now THAT'S a beauty I struggled with my old 38mm Auto.. really didn't like how shiny the dial is. No anti reflective coating... also the crown is chunky and the dial is busy....I definitely prefer the more simple and elegant manual wind pioneer. It's a retro beauty and so so comfy to wear P.s. it's thinner and smaller too, so it's a real winner for small wrists. I put mine on a bulang and sons 18mm black speedy leather strap and it's very special. The weight of the watch on strap is 50 grams which is great

Have the 38mm for 3 years. Got it for $285 American. Beat the crap out of it and it’s still +3 sec a day !!! phenomenal watch definitely get it with the stainless steel bracelet

A lovely watch, 42mm for my 8.1" wrist, 38mm for the slimmer wristed people. It's great to see the choice. I've reveled in the big 42-44mm watches that have been the trend but I have friends who love my watches but feel they're too big, particularly those long lug to lugs that overhang. It's about time they started thinking of the sub 7" wrists that represent most people! My wife has a 5.25" wrist and really dislikes the usual lady's watches on offer, much prefers watches aimed at men, from 36mm to 38mm. I myself have a 1960 retro Swiss 34mm and though it looks a bit too small on me, I can see the attraction of a small watch to fit under the shirt sleeve. I do agree with those who feel the dial on this is a little busy though with the 24 hr dial. I suppose it's meant to give a military feel to it, but it unbalances the dial.

Love Hamilton. Love their history. The fanciest watch I own is Maratac Pilot Watch. At the close of this fiscal year, if I get a decent bonus, this may be on my wrist.

Thanks for the great comparison! I have 38mm version on the bracelet and it's an amazing watch! It's a super quality and fits perfectly my 160mm wrist. It's also a strap monster - any strap of any color looks fantastic and I like changing them, sometimes getting back to bracelet. One thing that I don't like is white date window. I wish it was black, but still I adore this watch!

My daily is the discontinued khaki field auto 40mm, the dial is slightly different with red between the 10 & 12. The bracket/clasp is also much better quality with no line down the middle and has micro adjustment. If anyone can find one I 100% recommend. Love it!

Very cool to see this review. I just picked the 42mm on steel for 25% off last week. It's running at +2 sec/day and looks great. I have some high end watches but this is one of the best buys I've made and this is my go to casual watch. Thanks for the review. Cheers!

The 38mm looks amazing. So versatile

I agree. Go for a flieger. Stowa has all the heritage and reasonable prices.

One of the best watch reviewers on youtube.

This was my first automatic watch. Kicked off a very expensive addiction 🤣

My daily for 2 years now. Looks great, and keeps good time. Beat up, scuffed but well worn. Absolutely a great buy

Love this review! Hamilton is getting the attention it deserves. Hopefully, you can also feature Certinas!

Hi Jenni! Congratulations for the double review... because it specified very well the difference between the two 42mm and 38mm Khaki Fields. Because 4 mm seems small, but it makes a big difference. In fact, I find the 38mm much more compact and pleasant to wear. In addition to being in the first place of my thoughts ... for my next purchase!

At 6:34 the 38mm and 42mm labels are reversed (Look at the date window location). Although this video is a few months old now, so I'm not sure anyone will see this comment.

Was debating the 38mm vs the 42mm (wrist is 7" or 18cm). Personally felt the 38mm fit a touch better, plus the dial looks better (imo) with the date not being offset due to the larger diameter. That said, I also tried on the 40mm Khaki King, and decided to go that route instead.

I loved this watch when I had it. Lug to lug is long on the 38. Scratches easily.

I always look forward to your watch presentations, well done. Love this watch too and a long time Hamilton fan.

I didn’t know about Hamilton until seeing The Martian, wanted one of these ever since lol. I can see why field watches aren’t for everyone but enjoy the no nonsense look

I too have this watch in 38mm with the black leather band as well as the Khaki King which I put a Fluco Casablanca olive band on and I love both the watches.... They are excellent, accurate, good looking watches.... I have a 7 1/4 wrist and the 38mm fits great, as well as the 40mm Khaki King.... The time they keep is chronometer like, as they run more accurate as any of my other mechanical or automatic watches.... I also have the Hamilton chrono Intramatic which is one of my favorites... Great video Jenni and I love Hamilton, great value for the money.... GG...IN

I have the 42mm version, I wear it on leather and it looks great…… But my wife gifted me the Hamilton mechanical in 38mm and that is my favorite. Can’t go wrong with either in my opinion…

I’m really really tempted to pull the trigger on the manual wind 38mm. Ugh.

I daily wear a Timex Expedition watch (thank you for including it), and I really like it! I do like the look of the Hamilton though, so you've given me something to think about.

Glycine Classic Combat 40 is a nice alternative that is right in the middle as far as size. I feel it is of the same quality and currently own a blue moon phase Classic Combat 40 that I love. Have a great day.

I own the 42mm titanium version with the blue dial and brown leather strap. I love this watch!

I miss mine. Had the 42, which was a great fit for my 7.5+" wrist. I wish there was a 40, as the dial proportions with that movement look MUCH better in 38, but that case is a tad small on me. If you have a 7" or smaller wrist, I can't recommend the 38 enough as a GADA piece. The watch is tremendous bang for buck, maybe the best deal in a Swiss made watch. Bracelet was comfy and great, but it looks best on a strap imo, including NATOs and ZULUs. My one gripe: IT NEEDS AR, at least on the inside of that lovely domed sapphire crystal. The reflections drove me nuts in terms of ruining what was otherwise excellent legibility.

38mm on the metal bracelet here 🙂 But seriously I love it. I got it from Macy's on black Friday for $500 shipped and they recently went from $625 to $725 retail. Also mine is running minus 1/2 to 1 second a day so crazy accurate, so happy with it. Looks like a pilot watch in person

Awesome video! I was looking for a comparison video from a women because my wrists are quite small so thank you! Fell in love with the look of the khaki field watch because it reminds me of a watch my mom had when I was younger, can’t wait to get my own!

I have the field manual (which they call just mechanical, silly buggers) and I do like it! My main gripe is the lume - it's just not enough. I mean it's fine if you are in sunlight and enter a dark interior or something, but if you spend your evening indoors and shut the lights - not much there. Ironically I feel it's nowhere near the best field watch in the modern era. I'll always pick my square solar G-shock for summer roughing out or the low-temp LCD mudmaster 9000 for winter. Instead the Khaki is at it's best when you want "just a watch". It won't look out of place with anything except dressy clothes, and it doesn't look ostentatious or expensive. Won't piss people off is what I'm saying :D

Great video, Jenni. I own two Hamilton Khaki watches, a black dial 42mm and a silver dial 38mm. My favorite thing about them is the syringe hands. The minute hand hits the markers on the minute track perfectly, making setting the watch a pleasure. And I love the red tip on the second hand. The silver dial has a white tipped second hand, which isn't quite the same level of legibility. My Hamilton Khaki Field watches are favorites in my collection. Thank you for another great video.

I went for a 38mm steel on a 7.25 inch wrist. It's a great watch if you can get a deal on it but it's pushing it at full price and obviously relying on the brand name. I like the split link design bracelet, it adds to the character. Personally I would trade the 80 hour power reserve for a hi-beat sweep but it's still a nice feature. One of the best field watches out there, I'm happy with mine.

Funnily I was just about to purchase this watch and was deciding which size should be perfect, and here you just made a video! :)

I have such a soft spot for Hamilton. The khaki field is an icon imo

Out of my 20+ watch collection my silver dialed khaki auto is worn the most

For some reason i cannot get this to last 80 hours even after winding it 25 times, having the watch dealer wind it as well, or even wearing it 4 days straight.

Hamilton also has 40mm KF models. And their bracelets are much higher quality than Seikos: fully milled and the links articulate more.

Since you talked about readability: I have the Hamilton Khaki Pilot Pioneer Auto 38mm (H76205530) with the same movement but very different look - far less busy and also without date window, but featuring a countdown bezel. Inspired by the Model 23 pocket watch, looking very classy on a leather strap. Reminds me a bit of the Hamilton Murph. Love it, except for the not so stellar lume given its higher pricepoint. Still the watch I wear the most, since it looks great and is very easy to read.

I thought the 38mm was too small on my 7 1/2" wrist. Very pleased with trading up to the 42mm and I like the bracelet.

I’m hearing a lot about Tissot and Hamilton from some big watch collectors. Worth looking into. Thanks Jenni

The hands are called syringe hands and field watches are smaller not bigger. Most field watches are 36mm Flieger watches are the larger ones at 44mm plus

I have two Hamilton Khakis, a 38mm black with bracelet and a 42mm blue with a blue canvas/leather strap. Both are very well done but I definitely prefer the Cincinnati Watch Company Cincinnatus Field watch and esp the Swiss Watch Company Bunker. The Bunker is titanium so probably not quite as robust as the Hamilton or Cincinnati if you work in a rough environment, but otherwise, I like the microbrands more in pretty much every way. They both have a more casual vibe so you can 'dress up' the Hamilton a bit more with a nice leather strap but for daily use, I'd go microbrand if you are sure you are going to keep it for several years. The Hamilton will have better resale.

I’ve had my eyes on a 38 mm, but the titanium version with the green dial. I’ll get one to celebrate for my promotion

Very interesting video! Especially useful to see the size difference - my wrist size is 180mm and I've been debating between the two sizes!

I have owned a few Hamilton filed watches, and whilst they are very good, I believe my Nodus Sector filed is even better, not to mention cheaper

I wear suit and tie for work everyday. My 38mm actually is a perfect "dress" watch.

The date window at 3 with a white date wheel is an eyesore. A field watch should be time only!

I have a nice 6" arm spot, so the 38mm is perfect for me.

Great video! I would like to mention the absolutely fantastic accuracy of that pretty little watch! Mine loses an everage of 0.1 sec/day and shows quite consistent day to day performance. Better than some quartz watches! Would be very interrested in a video about watch accuracy, comparison of watches etc.

Just ordered the Hamilton khaki field. Thanks for the info! I’m a musician and my band just made our second vinyl album. The grooves on this watch look like grooves on a vinyl album and I didn’t notice this til after I ordered the watch. Think it’s a sign?

I have the 42mm and I swapped out the leather for a Nato, and it is a great watch in every way.

I have the 38mm on a bracelet for my dainty wrist and I love it. It's my daily driver👍

I love this watch, but for two things: 1) A day complication would be greatly appreciated, and 2) I'm not quite there on my watch journey to fork over that kind of coin for a watch when I have a seemingly endless supply of beautiful watches, new and vintage, well below that figure. But when the kids move out, I'm definitely getting one (it just might be 'vintage' itself by then).

Jennie, I'd love to talk in english as you can, I'd love to have such a nice voice. And you're super-successfull, my congratulations. But- talking about a field watch- I think it would help to understand a little about the needs in the field. Example: this watch has a nice stailness bracelet in silver and with polished elements. But- why do most designated field watches have either black or olive "NATO straps"? Why do most (if not all) designated field watches have a black case? And- do you really think it's helpfull to have a manual winding on such a watch? What about a screw-down crown? Then, what are the soldiers doing out there? Infantry, parachuters and other special forces on one side need a refined camouflage, they need an easy cleaning strap where dirt can't penetrate the links and get stuck there, probably one with a cover for the crystal that the enemy cant see it's reflections. Tank troopers do't need these things to that extend. But, maybe an antimagnetic shield or a amagnetic hairspringif there are static electricity charges on the vehicle or in the aircraft when brought to a combat site. And- a super sturdy movement (e.g. Mühle, Damasko, just to name a few). And- maybe a little surprising to you: at the beginnig of the service term, soldiers get some money, as long as they don't have debts when signing up, they can easily safe $ 10 000 in their first year (free housing, free supplies, free health service, no retirement expenses, ...). So, buying a well-made field watch that ticks all the boxes isn't a question of money in the first place. Why do you think, Rolex already supplyied SAS and other special services?- In other words, the government paid for "luxury" watches, at least in terms of a luxury brand...? I do understand that a youtuber has to deliver at least one video per week. I do understand, that gets pretty hard every now and then. Certainly, your video is nice as usual, but what are you talking about? A field watch???

As always, great vid and love that you focused on a more affordable watch

A very good alternative to the Hamilton Khaki is the Seiko SRPG27. A lot less pricier but decent quality too.

I think Hamilton is a great brand, not sure it is anything but the name only now. For others that don't know, the original American company set up a Swiss branch, closed the original American factory, then went bankrupt in the Swiss branch, so just a division of Swatch now, but a good one. Shame about the giant 42mm though, i'd only get the 38mm.

was thinking the Seiko SRPG27 is a more direct alternative with a pretty much 1:1 match on all the attributes of the Hamilton field

I've had this khaki for so long, surprising to see videos still coming out

I think the silicon balance spring in the Hamilton is a massive plus point.

I have this in 42mm. I changed the strap to black leather. I was not a fan of the strap that came with it. That being said it is an all around great watch for sure!

Good summary

I have a 7.3inch (187mm) wrist and I still prefer a 38mm watch to a 42mm. More understated is better imo.

I got the 42mm KFA on the brown leather strap about a year ago. I liked the watch but the leather strap it came with was mediocre to me, so it sat in my watchbox for a while. Eventually I decided to buy the bracelet in hopes that I would wear the watch more. Unfortunately due to the bracelet only having 2 notches of micro-adjust, I was totally unable to get a good fit. After that disappointment I bought a Horween leather strap for it and it instantly transformed it. I wear it so much more often now. I also got a rubber strap for it for swimming which is great! It really is a strap monster!

Ich liebe Hamilton. Für ein schmales Budget, schöne Uhren. Ich habe eine Jazzmaster Day Date und bin seit Jahren mega zufrieden. Freut mich sehr, hier mal eine Hamilton zu sehen 😉

I have the 38mm titanium black dial version and I love it!

I think you're wrong about the sizing in the sense that field watches if you really look at it traditionally were smaller, except for maybe pilot watches. I'm no expert but it seems to me like all the watches used to be a lot smaller. Look at the dirty dozen watches. Most of them are 36 mm. I have this watch and it's excellent! Except for maybe the lume isn't great. I Love Field watches!

I sipped some wine alone home and haven't seen my 38mm ever since :( :( If it does not show up after the next cleaning I'll buy myself a new one. A great watch for the price.

When seeing them in person, the reflections and glow from the 38mm is much nicer than the 42mm. It seems like they designed the watch around the 38mm size and just made it bigger for the 42mm size. I really wish they would make a 40mm with the same glow as the 38.

Can you make a video covering what it’s like to go to an AD and browse, try on, and eventually purchase a watch. I live in a big city with a few authorized dealers, but I’ve never been to a shop that sells anything quite so expensive and I don’t know what the etiquette is.

The date wheel fits the 38 so that's the one I would go with. The 42 looks awkward to me. Thanks, Jenni!

Glad to see more small watches reviewed. Could you do a video on watches with GMT complication that fit members of the itty bitty wrist committee? Lots of options from the likes of Tudor and Omega, but most are quite hefty on the wrist..

Jenni, I’m a big fan of your channel. Still want to add couple of things. Firstly, in 1969, Hamilton ended American manufacturing operations and shifted them to the Buren factory that Hamilton had acquired three years beforehand. As for acquisition by SSIH (one of the two predecessors of The Swatch Group), it happened in 1974. Secondly, it looks like watches at 6:40 were mixed up. The one on the left is 38 mm, and the one on the right is 42 mm. It’s easy to distinguish them since 42 mm versions has the “15” mark at 24 hour scale shifted towards center by the date window (another reason why I’ve chosen the 38 mm version).

I really want it in titanium. Rugged, tool, time no date. Thank you for putting it on your itty bitty wrist. It reassures me it will fit me nicely

Great video Jenni! I think the 38mm would be better for me since it is only 47mm lug to lug. Also, the 20mm lug width would just feel better on wrist.

I have the 38mm watch a great everyday watch! I bought the brown strap - but bought the strapcode bracelet. Would always recommend the full steel version!

Another alternative for the 42 mm model is the Glycine Combat - very nice watch, 43 mm, short lugs but almost "all dial", so if you´re undecided between the 38 and the 42, this is not for you.

1:13 Thats a 4 link bracelect not 3.

Great review. I generally like the look of field watches but have never liked the double set of numbers (clutters up the dial). I get that it's to help understand 24hr time but c'mon...how difficult is it to figure out? I've been using 24hr time since grade school.

Hi Jenny Next time we would've like to see the review of the Hamilton watches from the "insterestellar" movie. God bless you all!

I believe you said that this watch comes with a screw down crown (6:06). However, it doesn’t. This is my biggest issue with the watch. Great review though, thanks.