Hamilton Khaki Field Auto 38vsHamilton Khaki Field Auto 42
Hamilton Khaki Field Auto 38
H-10, 80 h, sapphire, 100 m, 38 mm
€660–710
Hamilton Khaki Field Auto 42
H-10, 80 h, sapphire, 100 m, 42 mm
€700–760
The differences
- The Khaki Field Auto 38 costs about €45 less than the Khaki Field Auto 42, going by the indicative price band.
- They share the same movement, the H-10: inside they are the same, and the difference lies in the case, the crystal and the dial.
- The Khaki Field Auto 38 is more compact: 38 mm across and — lug-to-lug, against 42 mm and — for the Khaki Field Auto 42.
Choose the Khaki Field Auto 38
If you want to spend less and you have a slim wrist.
Choose the Khaki Field Auto 42
If you prefer its design: on the key figures they are very close.
Side by side, to scale
Both drawn at the same scale from the manufacturers’ dimensions.
Figure by figure
| Figure | Hamilton Khaki Field Auto 38 | Hamilton Khaki Field Auto 42 |
|---|---|---|
| Indicative price band | €660–710 | €700–760 |
| Movement | H-10 | H-10 |
| Power reserve | 80 h | 80 h |
| Beat rate | 21,600 bph | 21,600 bph |
| Crystal | Sapphire | Sapphire |
| Water resistance | 100 m | 100 m |
| Diameter | 38 mm | 42 mm |
| Thickness | 11.5 mm | — |
| Lug-to-lug | — | — |
| Hacking seconds | Yes | Yes |
| Hand winding | Yes | Yes |
| Rotating bezel | No | No |
| Strap or bracelet | Leather strap | Steel bracelet |
| Brand origin | Switzerland | Switzerland |
| See price on AmazonSee specs | See price on AmazonSee specs |
In red, the best figure in each row. Manufacturer data.
Frequently asked questions
Which has more power reserve, the Khaki Field Auto 38 or the Khaki Field Auto 42?
Both have 80 h.
Which is less expensive?
The Hamilton Khaki Field Auto 38, with an indicative price band of €660–710 against €700–760. The exact price changes on Amazon.
Which handles water better?
Both are water resistant to 100 m.
Which suits a small wrist better?
The Hamilton Khaki Field Auto 38, because it measures — lug-to-lug, the figure that decides whether the lugs overhang the wrist.