3 Reasons Why This Could Be Your Only Watch!

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    Most of us won't ever have a single, one watch collection. But for the average person owning a watch usually means owning just that, one single watch. In today's video I'm going to discuss 3 reasons why this Hamilton Khaki Field Automatic could be your only watch!
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  • @JustBlueFish
    @JustBlueFish  4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

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  • @watdafawkz
    @watdafawkz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +184

    the red-tipped second hand is what made me get this watch. Its a pretty minor aesthetic choice but i think it really makes pop and have more character

    • @michaelniggle3165
      @michaelniggle3165 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Couldn’t agree more.

    • @deltamcrans
      @deltamcrans 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      And I thought I was the only one getting this particular model over the mechanical version because of the red tipped seconds hand

    • @bagzhansadvakassov1093
      @bagzhansadvakassov1093 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@deltamcrans +1

    • @TheJoePiper
      @TheJoePiper 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same 👌

    • @icecreamforcrowhurst
      @icecreamforcrowhurst 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It’s amazing how such minute details can have such a profound effect in our perception of a watch. For me the curved ‘self winding’ on the Tudor Black Bay is just so killer.

  • @dr.killjoy29
    @dr.killjoy29 4 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    Absolutely! I wore that watch for about 3 years straight. That’s one watch that’ll never leave my collection. I’ve got the 38mm version.

  • @plodo1
    @plodo1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +115

    I have had Hamilton Khaki Field as my only watch for two years now. I will continue that way.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      If it ain’t broke don’t fix it.

    • @coffeeboyclips1973
      @coffeeboyclips1973 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I've had one for 6 months, had a rolex op prior, prefer the Hamilton.

    • @Ferien7
      @Ferien7 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Coffee BOY CLIPS op is too dressy to be a one and only

    • @plodo1
      @plodo1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I have not owned a Rolex but I would not be comfortable with it because I would be so worried that something would happen to it.
      I think you should wear a watch which you can lose and not care about it. 500$ is no money for me. But if you want to be a Rolex wearer that sum should be $10000.
      Poor people with Rolex is just ridicolous.

    • @coffeeboyclips1973
      @coffeeboyclips1973 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @Scott Jacobsen I'm not lying, I spend a lot of time doing outdoor activities, hence why I prefer the look and feel of the Hamilton. The OP is a brilliant watch but I find it sits between a dress and casual watch.

  • @NOLASkaGuitarist
    @NOLASkaGuitarist 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I own the Hammy on a brown leather strap, with the original ETA 2824 (~40 hr power reserve, higher beat rate of 28800). Bought as a gift to self for graduating college (2014). Still runs great today, brought it in to my watchmaker about a year ago and he regulated it and said the lubricants look fine and full service was not yet needed. Case has plenty of scratches from use, but the sapphire crystal looks the same as the day I got it. A real workhorse

  • @humbleg7586
    @humbleg7586 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I just ordered this Hamilton and have looked forward to it for a long time for all of the reasons you’ve stated. I do own a Smiths Everest as well, as a recent addition to my collection ... and it has quickly become a favorite on my wrist (at under $500). I’m a huge fan of German watches, and although it’s far from the “if money was no object” category... my Sinn 104 is a great one-watch collection timepiece. My goal ... a Rolex Explorer (114270).

  • @jayh549
    @jayh549 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for providing such detailed content. The amount of time you spend pulling this information together and setting the presentation is obvious
    Great job as always. One watch if price is not a factor = GRAND SEIKO
    Automatic GMT SBGM221 and One watch for under $500=Bulova 96B129 Precisionist .

  • @Slip.Angull
    @Slip.Angull 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Love this watch. Still my go to after several years, thanks.

  • @hzee13
    @hzee13 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I totally agree with your choice. It is such a beautiful and versatile watch. The runner would be a Seiko Alpinist.

    • @sunnyrachelsson3169
      @sunnyrachelsson3169 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I would have to go for the Alpinist I just love that dial and the cool compass ring

    • @fteambjj
      @fteambjj 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I just ordered the sarb017... its so hard to come by cause its discontinued. But now i also want the hamilton king khaki

  • @pierremartin9048
    @pierremartin9048 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You really like this watch! Great review, and it’s true all the community seems to agree on the design and high value.

  • @fj401968
    @fj401968 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    You made an excellent case for the Hammy as a one watch collection. I agree with your assessment. In fact, a Hamilton Khaki Auto 38mm, exactly as you reviewed here, arrived in the mail at my house, TODAY. However, it is not for me... it is a graduation gift for my son. If I were to reduce to one watch, it would be at the top of the list.

    • @michaell3128
      @michaell3128 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      your son is a lucky man, got it from his pop with great taste.

  • @laszlohorvath8637
    @laszlohorvath8637 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You’re very good at these videos. Thank you for sharing!

  • @TheTownWatch
    @TheTownWatch 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I like that Hamilton a lot! I enjoy my Citizen Promaster Tough, I'd probably pick this one.

  • @robholding8350
    @robholding8350 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Top quality review!! Been looking at purchasing this watch for a while and this detailed walk-through you've done has persuaded me to pull the trigger. Thanks.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, glad you found it useful.

  • @Ken-gv6sb
    @Ken-gv6sb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the excellent review. I just got my Khaki Field 42mm and can confirm everything in this video as 100% true. It’s a beautiful, well made, very accurate piece on a great bracelet.

  • @chriswatchreviews4752
    @chriswatchreviews4752 4 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I actually agree with your pick. I have 16 watches in my collection, including a Rolex, but my Hamilton Khaki Auto on a bracelet seems to be more of a go-to than pretty much all of my other watches. It just works in a variety of situations: Working around the house, wearing it with a dress shirt and pants for my job, excerising at the gym. Probaby the only thing I wouldn't pair it with is a Tux

    • @louisvuitton56
      @louisvuitton56 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Not the best with hoody and joggers

  • @richardcamp2362
    @richardcamp2362 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review mate. Just starting my collection and this is the one i am going for. Have taken your review on board. I'm in love with it.

  • @Honu-up3ou
    @Honu-up3ou 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just purchased the Hamilton and I'm very happy with it. I totally agree with your conclusions and just love how Hamilton put all of these components together.

  • @waqarhaiderawan8845
    @waqarhaiderawan8845 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love the intro music. Heavenly.

  • @PietKonijn1980
    @PietKonijn1980 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I always like your in-depth, well thought out reviews. The quality of audio, video and the music you choose: suberb. You tend to stay on the 'safe side': reviewing the big, well known brands. However, I sometimes wonder what you would think of a San Martin or a kickstarter project. Anyways: well done again.

  • @robertmcclay3998
    @robertmcclay3998 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have this model, great piece. I did have a problem with the rotor after a few weeks from new. The AD sent it back to Hamilton but as soon as I got it back the problem was still there so Hamilton replaced the movement, it been working spot on since I only wear it for about 2 weeks in rotation with my other pieces, but once a week I keep an eye on it.

  • @bentracy3305
    @bentracy3305 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video. Finally ordered mine Friday...

  • @felixishonest
    @felixishonest 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have got this watch a week ago and I see it will be my everyday watch in the coming years. It's elegant and robust and a watch with a story.

  • @theechoinggreen6175
    @theechoinggreen6175 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have the one with the earlier ETA 2824 movement...I bought it used and bonded with it straight away. So comfortable on the wrist it's ridiculous, keeps time within 5 seconds a day and the lume isn't as poor as some say, I can easily read the time during the night. Just a fantastic watch.

  • @cedarcanoe
    @cedarcanoe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    you have been upping your videos lately. Very nice video work, and the tone of your voice is better as well. Congrats!

  • @nimmichagger165
    @nimmichagger165 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I have the 38mm..Absolutely love it, but 2 major gripes -
    1 : the crystal reflects literally EVERYTHING around you.
    2 : do NOT get it wet. I wore it to clean my fish tank, and condensation built up on the inside of the crystal. It disappeared after a couple of days, but still concerning for a watch labelled as 100m water resistant.
    Otherwise, a great watch.

    • @richieb74
      @richieb74 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      100m water resistant doesn't mean water proof to 100m, even spashing water on you watch has a curtain water pressure, that's what that 100m rating says, if you submerge you watch and move it around under water that exposes the watch to higher and higher water pressure, usually 100m still isn't enough to actually submerge yet. i wouldn't actually swim with anything under 200m rating

  • @michaeledwardlenzi
    @michaeledwardlenzi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I could wear that Hammy every day as my only watch. It is a robust, no nonsense timekeeper with perfect dimensions and is a tremendous value. And it doesn't use faux patina like other Hamilton field watches.
    People would never give it a second look. But I would know it was more special than a dollar amount.
    --Michael
    My one watch would be my modern 36mm Datejust. But I have an emotional connection and it was an irrational choice as it was the one watch my dad wore. It is too expensive for what I really need though.
    A Seiko SARB033 would work for me just as well.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching and for sharing your picks.

  • @Tonysoprano497
    @Tonysoprano497 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    No doubt very cool understated , and timeless ... looks great without shouting. A very sensitive choice for an affordable daily piece ..

  • @kmcel190
    @kmcel190 4 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    I have literally the only 3 watches I'll ever need. 1994 omega speedmaster professional, my skx009 picked up 3 years ago, and my g-shock gw7900b

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Great selection.

    • @ryansingh5409
      @ryansingh5409 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Kenneth Mc nice watch collection.

    • @jflas946
      @jflas946 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No dress watch? Only sports watch?

    • @stefanogoldoni5059
      @stefanogoldoni5059 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jflas946 I wear my moonwatch as a dress watch all the time. Don't forget that Prince William got married wearing a Seamaster. With the right toolwatch there's no more need for a dress watch.

  • @qwertyman9560
    @qwertyman9560 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is a great watch. Well proportioned, classic looking and nice robust and accurate movement with a very useful power reserve. The only major downside for me is this is a reflection magnet. I don't understand why Hamilton could not add some AR coating on the crystal, would have made the watch near perfect for the price.

  • @davidhartley2926
    @davidhartley2926 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Just bought this watch today, to replace my Glycine combat 6 vintage. Really like the watch, especially for the price, not liking the bracelet though. I've got it on leather, but it'll be going straight on to a single pass one piece strap as soon as it arrives.

  • @allen31951
    @allen31951 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I own a Seiko SARB033. Could be my one and only watch. I would love to have that Hamilton though.

  • @emanralk
    @emanralk 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    The H-10 movement is great, my Khaki Field runs constant at +2s/day

  • @patrickzdanek2681
    @patrickzdanek2681 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey man, great video. I actually ordered one early this week and it's finally arriving today so I'm pretty excited for it! I also noticed you got the Hamilton mechanical version and just wanted to ask you, how many times are you supposed to wind them up because I just didn't want to over wine The watch?

  • @ZeginMakesMusic
    @ZeginMakesMusic ปีที่แล้ว

    2:29 Casio beep. Love it!! I actually thought it was mine

  • @Furniture121
    @Furniture121 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I wore citizen eco-drive for about 13 years, they are accurate, easy, and come in a huge array of styles and sizes. They were the perfect watches to get me into watches more seriously.
    I think an Aqua Terra would be the perfect one watch for me if money was no concern, enough style, water resistance, and quality to make me a happy man.

    • @tantu2395
      @tantu2395 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I have 6 good working order watches in total, otherwise this Kaki field watch must be my "one watch" selection. my daily beater is a cheapest watch in the group :it was a Citizen eco drive AW 1430-86e.

    • @Mister_Phafanapolis
      @Mister_Phafanapolis 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      an ~$300 Citizen Promaster Tough would be a great "budget" go anywhere, do anything, one watch solution

    • @steven821130
      @steven821130 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Aqua terra is quite thick and heavy which I feel uncomfortable.

    • @steveb4012
      @steveb4012 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Mister_Phafanapolis Right with you on that one!

  • @mikeespineli5288
    @mikeespineli5288 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One of your most well done videos! I loved this

  • @1969Nutshell
    @1969Nutshell 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    The Khaki Field Automatic 38mm is a no-brainer at its price point. Period! It's on the very top of my short term wish list and I hope to add it to my collection very soon. Think I would go for a Grand Seiko model from their Heritage collection. They're absolutely awesome and beautifully designed and executed at a price point that I think is fair... Or a Rolex Explorer... or... or... Damn, there are too many nice pieces out there....

    • @simplevoicereviewssvr6418
      @simplevoicereviewssvr6418 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      King khaki is my daily, nice slim and good watch, and has kept good time

  • @andyl2726
    @andyl2726 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Never own a Hamilton but tempted to get the blue dial..only have one favorite watch now omega seamaster 300mm

  • @jeffroutledge9153
    @jeffroutledge9153 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Guy, I recently bought this watch and I love it. It wasn't my first watch, nor will it be my last 🙄 but I agree it's one of the best watches for the money and it has become my daily watch. Thanks for the great video!

  • @tankt13
    @tankt13 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ive never seen Hamilton in this light and now SERIOUSLY considering purchasing this particular model. So to answer your question of the 1 watch in the $500 range Im looking at this one. And if budget wasn't a factor for a 1 watch collection, I have to go with the Omega Seamaster, black dial with the wave pattern. Awesome video and beautiful background music.

  • @patrickfulmer9596
    @patrickfulmer9596 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    In a few days, I will officially be retired. The company doesn't give watches but the tradition of a retirement watch has me with an excuse to buy. I've wanted a Hamilton for years, but it seemed like each model at one or more things that I didn't like. hen I happened upon this watch. I have an 8 inch wrist so 42 mm is in the sweet spot for me. This may just be my Hammy. Thanks!

    • @resjon7981
      @resjon7981 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Buy one on the bracelet you will not regret it.

    • @oclarke31
      @oclarke31 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Enjoy your retirement! I’m turning 30 in a month and will be getting this also :)

  • @robertfeast7691
    @robertfeast7691 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Guy, you nailed it with this video I couldn't agree more with your views and comments on this watch. I have a small collection including Omega, Oris and Hamilton. My favourite piece is the same watch you reviewed here, the Hamilton Khaki Field Automatic 38mm. It is by far the least expensive I own but the design and aesthetic is pretty much perfect. I have the black dial on a brown leather strap. I love it so much I'm considering buying another, identical, watch just in case they stop making this model.

  • @CalClassix
    @CalClassix หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My watch collecting journey went through many stages, developed from luxury watches, primarily Rolex, to more practical, low key ones. I'm now down to 5 watches total: (1) a dress watch, (2) a diver, (3) a chrono, (4) a daily, and (5) an adventure watch.
    If I could own only 1 watch, it would certainly be a field watch, around 39.5 to 42 mm in diameter. A Hamilton would be very high on the list of candidates indeed.

  • @amadeusb4
    @amadeusb4 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've worn a Seiko Arctura for the past 23 years! But it needed a new capacitor / maybe lithium battery upgrade and band and glass. So I went out and got a Seiko 5 instead which I've been very happy with. The 4R36 movement ran fast for a couple of weeks but is settling down. I don't expect it to be as accurate as the Arctura which was VERY accurate, +/- seconds per YEAR, but wanted a daily wearer that would also look nice at events.

  • @EricSloferwatchreviews
    @EricSloferwatchreviews 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I recently purged all my Watches Guy and started over my 1 watch I have now is my Cobra Yellow LE breitling Chronomat. I'm stopping at 3 total .

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      3 is a great number. Thanks for watching Eric.

    • @carl.44magnum51
      @carl.44magnum51 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Watch Once-over Cobra Yellow Breitlings are so good looking. I have my eye on the Cobra Yellow Seawolf.

  • @danbrown7857
    @danbrown7857 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I literally just posted on a watch site that I could live with one piece, and that watch would be my HKFA 38!
    Steel, leather, nylon, canvas...looks awesome on TONS of straps!
    Love my Hammy!!!

  • @mrand3r50n3
    @mrand3r50n3 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thinking of adding the 42 mm version of this as a third watch to my Samurai Save the Ocean and Presage SRPB69J1.

  • @swabby429
    @swabby429 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My personal choice for best value $500 watch is the Orient Kamasu at about $350. What I'm actually setting my dollars aside for is a Sinn 756 Duochronograph. It ticks all the boxes. Also, at less the $2000 I won't be afraid to wear it in most scenarios.

  • @wescobts
    @wescobts 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice video, something i'm going to look at for a later purchase

  • @Vow247
    @Vow247 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I own and love the Hamilton Khaki handwind, I’ve got a bracelet on order for it, and that could be my one watch collection if only it had better water resistance. I’d suggest the Sarb033 or 035 as the best one watch collections, the new Tissot Gentleman is a good option too, but falls outside that $500 price tag.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching buddy and great picks.

  • @pilotstyle123
    @pilotstyle123 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I wore the blue dial version of this hami for 1.5 years every day. no regrets what soever, definitely get the bracelet its super comfortable and is really well made. It runs forever and you can put it off on Friday and on again on Monday no problem. The watch runs consistently at +4 seconds for me. if you are considering it, do it man.

  • @matthewtaylor3301
    @matthewtaylor3301 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My favorite watch in my collection. I find it on my wrist more often than many of my more expensive pieces

  • @AndrewMcGrathPA
    @AndrewMcGrathPA ปีที่แล้ว

    Just bought a Hamilton Khaki Field Auto with the leather band. I love it! My first automatic watch. I really love the dial and the sapphire crystal front and back. Truly a beautiful timepiece. Amazing watch!

  • @tods.9947
    @tods.9947 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is a great selection. I don’t have the field watch, but I have the Khaki Chrono which could be my one watch. With no issue with cost, an equivalent Omega Seamaster.

  • @EssenceOfTrance
    @EssenceOfTrance 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bought a Hamilton Khaki King 2 weeks ago and I have been loving it. I will replace it with a Sinn 104 in a year as my daily watch though. I like having the extra WR and rotating bezel.

  • @motlay
    @motlay 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I have this Hamilton, silver dial with the red tip second hand. I will re-watched this video I’m sure multiple times to curve the craving to buy another watch.

    • @resjon7981
      @resjon7981 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Watching videos about watches you already own helps to stop purchasing more I find.

    • @jipke
      @jipke 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@resjon7981 It helps of course if the video doesn't reveal a long a list of shortcomings. That would have the opposite effect.

  • @steveswinnigan4418
    @steveswinnigan4418 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I pulled the trigger and bought one from amazon because of your review. Waiting on it Thanks

  • @yuvalsheer
    @yuvalsheer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    If I had to chose one watch I think it would be the SKX. Obviously the movement is behind, the crystal is not sapphire, and no solid end-links. But as many people said, the SKX is more then the sum of its parts. And there is something about the uniqueness of its design that makes you smile.

    • @stiglnsborgsaxbjrn3392
      @stiglnsborgsaxbjrn3392 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yuval Sheer, Guy more than once said that a Seiko is a hit or a miss. I have the SKX with a “hit” movement, and I guess you probably have one, too, so I certainly agree with you. Besides, is it not funny that the SKX seem to hold up value pretty well, even that it is discontinued, and there are so many good alternatives like the Orient etc. Cheers from Denmark the Stig

  • @FrankLavoy
    @FrankLavoy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for your insight. I like this question but man-oh-man is it hard to pick. I'd have to go with the following:
    Budget watch: Hamilton Khaki Field Automatic 42mm on a brown leather strap b/c you can swap the strap for a NATO-like version if you need to jump in a pool/lake. It's a watch that looks good enough on the wrist for a formal occasion as well as a more casual/day-to-day environment.
    No limit budget: Casio G-Shock MTG-B2000 (blue). It's a nice rugged watch on a black rubber strap that is sleek enough for formal occasions but built tough enough to withstand anything you throw at it, including yard work and jumping in the pool to play with my son, on top of the fact that I wouldn't fear wearing it like I would if I had an Omega Seamaster for example.

  • @ahrendt80
    @ahrendt80 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi. Thank you for a great video. Love the style in this video.

  • @alwayspooh1588
    @alwayspooh1588 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have the 41 version, and it isa great in every way. Paired with a range of NATO straps to constantly change the look means it goes with anything and is simply my go to watch. I never worry about being mugged and it still feels premium. hands down, the definitive watch around £500.

  • @simonthomas5113
    @simonthomas5113 ปีที่แล้ว

    I could live with that as a one watch collection. Legible and stylish. I think the inner 24 hour markers aren't really needed but they add to the look.

  • @WhatIsItReallyAbout
    @WhatIsItReallyAbout 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like the new approach - underscoring music. It's nice to change the format, and this worked well.

  • @NickJardine
    @NickJardine 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve got the Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba. I feel like it has the field-ish aesthetics but adds a screw-down crown and rotating bezel!

  • @stefanogoldoni5059
    @stefanogoldoni5059 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Guy you have such great taste. Your collection is just perfect!

  • @alexanderlehmann4653
    @alexanderlehmann4653 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice to see this video as this Hamilton and the Explorer 114270 are my most wanted watches. Might pull the trigger on the Khaki soon.

  • @johnmould3740
    @johnmould3740 ปีที่แล้ว

    You sold it to me. Just ordered the 42mm with brown leather strap. It's gorgeous. Thanks for the review.

  • @cesuruluocak2828
    @cesuruluocak2828 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great production, sound and visuals are perfect.

  • @ghjong001
    @ghjong001 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think the Khaki Field or a Casio Oceanus are great for a sub-$500, one-watch collection. Even with no price ceiling, I'd actually go far more modest than one might expect: the Sinn 856 IB. It's just dressy enough to work with a suit & tie, but it also has the Sinn technologies that will let you take it places where you'd be afraid of scuffing your Explorer.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching buddy.

  • @Numba1hunna83
    @Numba1hunna83 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a collection of about 31 watches ranging from $80- $120,000 per piece. But I still find myself wearing a wood and stone Holzkern watch almost daily. The Holzkern Manhattan is a simple leadwood, gun polish steel, and Italian marble automatic that goes well with my outdoorsy aesthetic. It retails at about $420. It says on the website accuracy is give or take 30 seconds but mine only loses 8 seconds a day. Most people would scoff at this watch but if I had to pick only one, I honestly would wear this daily before I subjected my Patek, Iwc, or rolex to daily wear. The watch is unique but subtle. And even though the specs aren't much to look at I have literally beat the hell out of this watch and it just keeps ticking. I have grown pretty fond of it and it's more durable than it should be. Water resistance is nonexistent though according to the specs but I dropped mine in a hot tub once, took about three minutes to recover it and it still works. But thanks for the video, that Hamilton might be my next purchase.

  • @HRM.H
    @HRM.H 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing review of my favorite watch of the last year. I own about 15 watches and its by far the most accurate watch i own and gets the most wrist time.

  • @jamesheaney5150
    @jamesheaney5150 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have this watch. I really enjoy wearing it. It occupies a fine place between casual and formal. I like how it's thin, tough, and elegant all at the same time. Many watches need a mental "break-in" time before they integrate into my collection. This watch slotted right in without any trouble at all.
    This would be my one watch under $500. If price was no option? Boy, that's a tough question. I'd have to buy a couple watches... ya know, just to be sure

  • @ShohruhShamanov
    @ShohruhShamanov 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Order this watch yesterday, 42 mm version. Seems very good value what you're getting

  • @7bungo
    @7bungo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great vid Guy very informative.

  • @watchalot919
    @watchalot919 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have two Khaki Hamiltons and love them both. After looking at my collection, I think my one and only watch could be my Chris Ward Super Compressor. Beautifully made, Sellita SW200 movement, and can be worn for all occasions. As well as my two Hamilton's, other contenders would be my Certina Ds-1 and Relio Solstice. Without a budget, my one and only may be an Omega Aqua Terra, but ask me again tomorrow. Sooooo subjective though

  • @wristschatz1454
    @wristschatz1454 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I just got this in the mail two hours ago and I love it. Could use some more micro adjustments tho

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Take it to a local jeweler and have them drill an extra hole or two in the clasp. That's what I did.

  • @stefanbernand6162
    @stefanbernand6162 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hamilton Khaki Field is a great choice. My favourite Sub-500-Watch is the Hamilton Khaki Field King, which is more dressy than the regular Khaki Field. If I had to choose the one and only watch from my collection it would be the Fortis B-42 Official Cosmonauts Day-Date. Unique desgin, built like a tank, highly accurate and with a timeless and masculine style, made by one of the few remaining independent watch brands from Switzerland.

  • @mikeoshaughnessy2093
    @mikeoshaughnessy2093 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome review, my Hamilton Khaki 42mm is arriving tomorrow ! I have never owned a Hamilton, I can't wait for it to come. I have a feeling it's going to be love at first sight. So excited ! :)

  • @VersedNJ
    @VersedNJ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent review and recommendation. Great quality, price isn't high. For a one watch person, almost perfect. At the most, if needed pick up an inexpensive Orient Bambino for the few times you have to dress up. At current prices grey for the Hamilton and AD for the Orient both would come out under $500.00 to the door. Very well thought out presentation. FWIW I have a 63 year old gold Hamillton which was given to my mother by her employer at my birth, I did have it serviced once and it still works, and American made, maybe it's not worth much but it is to me.

  • @CymInUA
    @CymInUA 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've aways liked the Khaki Field Automatic. Nice video!

  • @Patrick-hc1nm
    @Patrick-hc1nm 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hamilton Khaki Field Quartz would be my pick. It’s reliable and has everything I want from a watch: accuracy, water resistance of at least 10atm, Sapphire Crystal, a date complication, reliability and I happen to like how it looks with its perfect 38mm :)

  • @unclekrconzh85
    @unclekrconzh85 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've got the Khaki field mechanical for 6 months now, and it's my edc watch. It's not a dress watch but, that's not a problem. But watching videos like this one, makes me think about buying the automatic version as well.

  • @thewatcher3698
    @thewatcher3698 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have 2 of this watch, same model, in 42mm. love hamilton and orient.

  • @badgerjeff6081
    @badgerjeff6081 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    80 hour power reserve?! I had no idea. Still need to pick up a Hamilton someday. Nice production. I love your cut scene sequence!

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Jeff!

    • @budoylanzon1852
      @budoylanzon1852 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I feel that the 80hrs reserve is overstated. Maybe more than 48hrs but not 80hrs

    • @microvizart
      @microvizart 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@budoylanzon1852 maybe yours is the older model with ETA 2824? That one has listed power reserve of about 40 hours. Bcause mine with H10 movement definitely has power reserve close to 80 hours as tested.

  • @rpman4787
    @rpman4787 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video, as I've come to expect. Since I'm such a huge fan of the submariner, and versatility, I'd have to pick a Steinhart GMT in the + - $500 range.
    And if cost was no object, it would most likely be a Rolex GMT master.
    More versatile than the sub, and just as beautiful!

  • @Chris-pb3se
    @Chris-pb3se 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I wear my Seiko SBDC053 on bracelet 5 days a week even though my collection is over 20 pieces strong. I just love it. I’m currently saving for a snowflake. Which I’ve wanted for years, but I’d have to say that with money not being a problem, I’d want either the Omega Moonshine or a Patel minute repeater.

  • @rabtrekker
    @rabtrekker 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video and content! I've just bought the Khaki Automatic 38mm bracelet (your content helped my decision) as my very first automatic timepiece, which ticks all the boxes for me right now.

  • @johnkollias6782
    @johnkollias6782 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. I do like the Hamilton name, but not a big fan of the field watch. My one watch I'd pick for under $500 would be the Bernhardt Watch Company Corsair. It has the Miyota 9015 movement, witch I feel pretty much competes with the ETA 2824, plus sapphire crystal, solid ss bracelet w/solid end links, 200 meter water resistance, see through case back to name a few specs. My one watch with no money limitations would be a Rolex GMT II ( I have a vintage 1975 Rolex DJ 1603 and I love it, but it's not an everyday watch). Stay safe.

  • @marky9223
    @marky9223 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    When I was first getting into watches I bought a champagne dial Khaki King. Later on after I had bought a Speedmaster and Polar Explorer 2, 42mm, I gave the Khaki King to my wife. As much as I love the two watches I have, I still missing wearing the Hamilton. It’s the most comfortable watch I’ve ever worn, the size is perfect, it sits very flat on the wrist, it’s such a great watch. If I ever have to sell my two luxury pieces for some reason , it’ll be the watch I go back to if I could only have one watch. If budget were not a factor, my dream watch is a datograph, though it may not have the versatility needed for a one watch collection. With that as a consideration, I’d probably go with a Batman on an Oyster bracelet.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I love the Khaki King.

  • @wepps8591
    @wepps8591 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Haven’t watched the channel in a while. I like the new format. And the watch. Thanks for the review.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the feedback, and for watching.

  • @vsatinsky
    @vsatinsky 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just got one on the brown leather strap yesterday. It's awesome. I realize I'm still in the honeymoon phase, but this could easily be my one watch collection.

  • @JoseFGonzalezPerez
    @JoseFGonzalezPerez 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I rarely need a dress watch; like twice a year, for a wedding, so my choice for under 500 would be my Orient Ray ii Raven, great watch despite all of the often-mentioned "shortcomings". Even though I'm not a fan of 40mm or over, but this is the time we live in. Another option would be Seiko SNK809 on a bracelet, now that's a versatile everyday watch.
    Unlimited budget: it's a tie between a Seiko 62MAS, which I think it's the best watch design ever (emphasis on "I THINK"), in a well worn but well preserved example OR a blue-dial vintage Rolex DateJust, like the Spanish Inquisition, nobody expects a small Rolex! Even a non-quickset-date, for a daily driver, that's a non-issue.
    Great content!
    Cheers!

  • @albertomolina3868
    @albertomolina3868 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video. Helped me to p ull the trigger and waiting gorgeous it!

  • @bobfromatlanta8991
    @bobfromatlanta8991 4 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    I think I'd have to go with my Seiko SARB033, only because it's a bit dressier/work-appropriate than my Hamilton Khaki Field. In a no limit world....probably a Grand Seiko Snowflake. But in a no limit world there's no way I'd have one watch.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      The sarb033 is great but between the 2 I think the Hamilton is just a bit better in quality. Better movement and better bracelet and clasp.

    • @toonlad4091
      @toonlad4091 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@JustBlueFish very true, I would say the sarb35 because I don't see any other watch in this catagory with a cream face, not sure about the champagne Khaki.

    • @250hdd
      @250hdd 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      The SARB is more of a dress watch but the Hamilton is more versatile. Doesnt look out of place in a formal setting but also works well with casual attire. The movement in the Hamilton is also much better than any Seiko I've owned. That being said my next watch will either be a SARB033 or an Alpinist.

    • @harkonen1000000
      @harkonen1000000 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      SARB033 for me, as that's how I actually used it for a while. I prefer indexes and SARB has a nice lume scheme. Bracelets I don't wear, so they are all equally worthless to me.

    • @mariosoldierofgodyamasaki9362
      @mariosoldierofgodyamasaki9362 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm Just Here for the Watches khaki still better with a great history dial case and retro feelings that seiko never had

  • @JohnBuckmaster-sw3wm
    @JohnBuckmaster-sw3wm 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like the format of the video. Your camera work has gotten quite good! I owned the Hamilton you have pictured here...I flipped it to a friend and I have regretted it ever since. I was trying to downsize my collection I suppose… And for me that’s An exercise in futility😂

  • @jaskey
    @jaskey 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I tend to use my watch as a timer multiple times through out the day, and that would be the ONLY short coming for Khaki field to me my budget one watch. I would end up getting an Orient Mako because it meets all the function requirements and I like the dial design.

  • @angellee3349
    @angellee3349 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am thinking of adding this in my collection

  • @RichardsModellingAdventures
    @RichardsModellingAdventures 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Big thumbs up from me. I love this watch. It's prevented me buying more watches. Buy one..it saves you a fortune :)

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s always a good thing!

    • @tezzanewton
      @tezzanewton 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Stoic Student hmm, not sure if I agree with you there mate. I have the Hamilton Khaki field mechanical, with brown dial and brown case now I want the black on black too.

    • @RichardsModellingAdventures
      @RichardsModellingAdventures 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Terry Newton haha 😆 ok it slows buying down a bit then maybe 😀

    • @tezzanewton
      @tezzanewton 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Stoic Student yeah true or maybe just stick to buying Hamiltons. Haha yeah that’s the go 🤪

  • @jeanlefranc3817
    @jeanlefranc3817 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video Guy. 1) yes, this Hamilton could be my only watch should the going get rough. 2) money no object, a white gold blue dial GMT Master II. 3) from my own collection, the Sinn556a (but I’d be very sad to let the Speedmaster and the Nomos Tangente go).