Hamilton Men's HML-H70455533 Khaki Field Black Dial Watch

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Watch Information
Brand, Seller, or Collection Name Hamilton
Model number H70455533
Part Number HML-H70455533
Model Year 2017
Item Shape Round
Dial window material type Sapphire Crystal
Display Type Analog
Clasp Buckle
Case material Stainless Steel
Case diameter 38 millimeters
Case Thickness 11.5 millimeters
Band Material Leather
Band size Men's Standard
Band width 20 millimeters
Band Color Brown
Dial color Black
Bezel material Stainless Steel
Bezel function Stationary
Calendar Date
Special features Glow In The Dark
Item weight 5.29 ounces
Movement Automatic
Water resistant depth 330 Feet
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Product Description

Stainless steel case with a brown leather bracelet with contrast stitching. Fixed stainless steel bezel. Black dial with luminous hands and Arabic numeral hour markers. Minute markers. GMT scale appears around the inner ring. Date display appears at the 3 o'clock position. Automatic movement. Scratch resistant sapphire crystal. Solid case back. Case diameter: 38 mm. Case thickness: 11 mm. Tang clasp. Water resistant at 100 meters/ 330 feet. Functions: hours, minutes, seconds, date. Additional Info: h70655533. Hamilton Khaki Field Men's Watch H70455533.

Product details

  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.91 x 5.91 x 5.91 inches; 5.29 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ H70455533
  • Department ‏ : ‎ mens
  • Batteries ‏ : ‎ 1 Unknown batteries required.
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ September 12, 2006
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Hamilton
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B000J179X6
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 380 ratings

Customer reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars
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Customers say

Customers like the quality, appearance, size and beat rate of the watch. For example, they mention it's stylish, classy and the face is attractive. That said, they appreciate the comfort and ease of use.

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92 customers mention87 positive5 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the watch. They mention it's a high-quality product for the price, with a reliable and solid feel. The durability is spot on, and the watch is adequate for a field watch. The hands and dial are precisely made and easy to read, making it a good watch for the money.

"...Overall it's a solid, classic looking, beautiful watch and I'm very happy with it.Update 1/14/2013:..." Read more

"...Update - October 2017: no issues, no water seepage, still keeps the same excellent time. (+7 seconds/day, which is great for an automatic watch)..." Read more

"...The durability is spot on so far. There are no scratches on the sapphire. As expected...." Read more

"...The winding and hacking are smooth. Easy legibility and thin tip of the minute hand make it easy to set the time to the mark. Manual wind is smooth...." Read more

72 customers mention72 positive0 negative

Customers like the appearance of the watch. They say the box the watch comes in is very stylish and well put together. The strap makes it stylish and classy enough to wear in business casual while still possessing the attractive face. The brown leather band looks really nice and the watch is handsome with a detailed dial. The polish bezel makes this an attractive versatile watch which can be worn casually or authoritative.

"...The brown leather band looks really nice and if you treat it (I use Obenauf's Heavy Duty LP) it repels water and sweat from your wrist and keeps the..." Read more

"...if it was, I would buy another if I needed to, because this thing is beautiful and obviously high quality...." Read more

"...But it is a pleasant look of aged wear. The band was very stiff and odd initially, but has now taken up my wrist shape very well...." Read more

"Solid, comfortable, quality watch. It's a watch that looks authoritative and is meant to be a watch use daily for work, not a piece of bling...." Read more

34 customers mention26 positive8 negative

Customers like the size of the watch. For example, they say the 38mm size is perfect for them, the case, height, and lug width fit a medium sized wrist without getting in the way of their shirt. Some mention that the band is small, but the watch is strong and sits perfectly on their wrist. The crown of thewatch is very large and easy to operate.

"...The crown of the watch is very large and easy to operate...." Read more

"...The size is perfect. The case, height, and lug width fit a medium sized wrist without getting in the way of shirt sleeves...." Read more

"...Fits perfect using the smallest hole. Larger face diameter would likely have looked too large and not fit properly...." Read more

"...I love the size (I have the 38mm version), I love the looks, and I love the movement. I've only had it for a day, so I can't speak to durability...." Read more

27 customers mention22 positive5 negative

Customers like the beat rate of the watch. For example, they say it's well made, accurate, and has not lost or gained time. Some appreciate the color and style of the hand set, which makes it easy to count the seconds and determine exact hours and minutes. That said, some complain that it'll never skip a beat.

"...I also like that it shows the 24 hour numbers on there as well, not necessary for me but I still like it...." Read more

"...Update - October 2017: no issues, no water seepage, still keeps the same excellent time. (+7 seconds/day, which is great for an automatic watch)..." Read more

"...second hand, which adds just enough color and makes it easier to count the seconds...." Read more

"...-Syringe style hand set making for easy determination of exact hours and minutes-Red tipped second hand..." Read more

26 customers mention22 positive4 negative

Customers like the comfort of the watch. They mention that it has a nice feel on the wrist, it keeps perfect time, and is a pleasure to wear. The watch is well-made, soft enough, and easy to wear, with a good lume.

"...The strap is handcrafted leather, with a soft back and feels great against my skin. (No more pulled hairs:)..." Read more

"Solid, comfortable, quality watch. It's a watch that looks authoritative and is meant to be a watch use daily for work, not a piece of bling...." Read more

"...watch looks amazing, note at first the band is very stiff but became comfortable after some break-in" Read more

"...inside of the watch band has a suede-like covering, which feels very nice on your skin...." Read more

25 customers mention23 positive2 negative

Customers find the readability of the watch to be easy. They mention that the watch has a detailed dial, an authentic easy-to-read field watch style, and white hands that make it easy to see. The dial is legible in relatively low light, and the watch is plain and simple. Customers also appreciate the simplicity of the dial with both Arabic numerals and military time. Overall, they find the watch simple and classic, making it a great addition to any collection.

"...I love the font of the numbers. They are clean and simple, and not roman numerals (which I hate!)...." Read more

"...White numbers on black background are easily readable...." Read more

"...The winding and hacking are smooth. Easy legibility and thin tip of the minute hand make it easy to set the time to the mark. Manual wind is smooth...." Read more

"...and numbers on the black dial make for a watch that is legible in relatively low light...." Read more

21 customers mention21 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the accuracy of the watch. They mention that it is incredibly accurate, accurate to the minute, and correct as described. Some say that it's the most accurate mechanical watch they own.

"...It has its own mechanism to accurately measure time...." Read more

"...So far the watch is achieving better than specified accuracy (lost < 5 seconds in 24 hours) and reserve time...." Read more

"...a little fancier than the ones issued by the military, the basic qualities of accuracy and durability remain.Likes..." Read more

"...What made me write a review is the amazing accuracy of the whatch. It’s running 4 seconds behind or so...." Read more

17 customers mention0 positive17 negative

Customers dislike the stiffness of the watch. They mention that the band is very stiff at first, but becomes comfortable after a short time. Some customers also mention that they've been bending it around a bit by hand to shape it.

"...The leather strap was pretty stiff at first, and it wasn't really that comfortable...." Read more

"...Strap was stiff for the first day (as any leather item is) but it feels perfect less than a week later...." Read more

"...But it is a pleasant look of aged wear. The band was very stiff and odd initially, but has now taken up my wrist shape very well...." Read more

"...watch looks great and feels good on the wrist, although the strap is stiff on my wrist...." Read more

A Great Value in a Swiss Made Automatic Watch
4 Stars
A Great Value in a Swiss Made Automatic Watch
I'm not a watch expert by any means, but I'm a watch nerd and a member of a couple watch-enthusiast forums on the internet. I also read lots of watch reviews by watch collectors/experts. I own four automatic watches, including two Omega Seamasters, a Hamilton Intra-Matic (a very nice, affordable, vintage-looking dress watch -- check it out) and a Hamilton Khaki Field. I've owned the Khaki Field for 20 months and have worn it regularly (at least 3 days a week) since purchasing it. Consequently, this review is based on real life experience with the watch, not just an &#34;unboxing&#34; review.My son-in-law, who is a mechanical engineer and, like me, a watch nerd, turned me on to the Hamilton Khaki Field, and I'm glad he did. It gets the most wrist time of all my watches. It's a great casual-wear watch, with a ubiquitous, tried-and-true, workhorse ETA 2824-2 movement that can be easily serviced by any watchmaker. I opted for the 38mm version, rather than the 42mm or 44mm version, of the Khaki Field, because the 38mm size is closer to the size of the field watches Hamilton supplied to the U.S. Army during WW II. I also believe the current popularity of pie-plate-size watches is a passing phase. A man should wear the watch; the watch should not wear the man. The 38mm size is a good in-between size. Not so small as to look puny on my 7.25&#34; wrist, but not so large as to look garish (see photo). According to the Watch Snob (AskMen.com), &#34;the acceptable range for most male wrists is 36 to 40 millimeters, and there’s no excuse for buying larger unless you’re a sumo wrestler.&#34;Although not a COSC-certified chronometer, after a break-in period of several months my Khaki Field has been running at +3 sec./day, which is within COSC specifications. That's impressive for a watch in this price range. The display case back is a feature not typically found on watches in this price range. The movement is not elaborately finished but, as a watch nerd, I get a kick out of observing the movement in action.The watch case is stainless steel with a brushed finish (appropriate for a field watch), except for the thin bezel, which is highly polished. Given the toolish nature of the Khaki Field, I would have preferred the bezel to have been brushed stainless steel like the rest of the case. However, the polished bezel does add a bit of bling to the watch. Given the styling of the watch and strap, I would not consider this watch suitable for wearing as a dress watch. It is first and foremost a field (i.e., military-style) watch, intended for casual and active outdoor wear. However, if you were to swap out the stock strap with a dressier leather strap, it might look okay with a suit. That said, there are other collections in the Hamilton lineup (e.g., American Classic and Jazzmaster) that more closely walk the line between casual and dress watch without the need to change the strap.The Khaki Field has a large, knurled crown, which makes it very easy to hand wind the watch (when necessary) and adjust the time or date. The crown is signed (which is de rigueur with &#34;nicer&#34; watches) and turns very smoothly. It is large enough that you could probably wind or set the watch with gloves on. However, it is a push in crown, rather than a screw down crown. I would have preferred a screw down crown, which improves water resistance, but I assume that would have added to the cost of the watch. A screw down crown isn't a &#34;must have&#34; in a non-dive watch.The sapphire crystal is nice, but it does not have any anti-reflective coating. Some reviews I read suggested an AR coating is not appropriate for a field watch because it would likely get scratched or wear off over time. However, given that the Khaki Field is made for outdoor activity, I think an anti-reflective coating would have been appropriate. Both of my (much) more expensive Seamasters have an AR coating and they are designed for diving, which, in my opinion, involves a higher risk of scratching the crystal. Unlike a screw down crown vs. a push in crown, I can' imagine adding AR coating to the crystal of the Khaki Field would add significantly to the cost of the watch.The 10 bar/100m water resistance rating for the Khaki Field is adequate and appropriate for a field watch. It's not a dive watch. I wouldn't swim with the Hamilton Khaki Field (or, for that matter, any watch on a leather strap), but I'm certain it could withstand showering, torrential rain and brief submersion in water. I routinely wear an inexpensive Timex Expedition watch -- with a snap on case back and water resistance rating of only 50m -- when washing my car, and have never had a problem with water getting inside the watch case, even after repeated dunks in a 5-gal. wash bucket. I also hose off my Timex Expedition after working in the yard and I've never had a leakage problem. Consequently, I believe the Khaki Field, with its screw down case back and water resistance rating of 100m, could easily handle similar exposure to water.The only beefs I have with the Khaki Field are (i) the length of the leather strap, and (ii) the lume. I found the stock strap to be a bit short for my 7.25&#34; wrist. I could get it buckled, but only by using the next to last hole. I solved that problem by swapping the stock tang buckle for a push-button, butterfly deployment clasp. The deployment clasp adds length and allows me to use the middle hole on the stock strap, which is ideal (see photo). A deployment clasp also keeps the leather strap looking nice because the leather is not bent back and forth when the watch is put on or removed. The use of a deployment clasp also allowed me to remove the second strap keeper. If you find the stock strap to be too short, and are not a fan of deployment clasps (which I think are great), I would highly recommend purchasing a Hirsch &#34;Liberty&#34; leather strap, which is available in long and extra long lengths. Hirsch straps aren't the cheapest alternative, but they are high quality. The Hirsch &#34;Liberty&#34; leather strap also looks nearly identical to the Hamilton strap. Even if the Hamilton strap works for you, I would recommend the Hisrch &#34;Liberty&#34; strap if you ever need to replace the Hamilton strap.The leather strap on the Khaki Field appears to be quality leather and is beefy. The leather is thicker at the lugs (I would guess 4mm), but gets progressively thinner toward the buckle end. If you purchase a deployment clasp for this watch, make sure to get one that will accommodate a thicker strap. The leather was a bit stiff at first, but has softened up over time. I regularly apply mink oil to the strap, which softens the leather and provides water resistance.As for the lume, it's just okay, not great. I suspect the lume is not super luminova or, if it is, Hamilton uses less of it than is used on higher-end watches. That said, the white hands and numbers on the black dial make for a watch that is legible in relatively low light. There is no lume on the second hand so it's not possible to time something to the second in extremely low light. However, the second had does have a red tip, which adds a nice bit of color to the dial. A minor point, but the tip of the second hand extends nearly all the way to the outer edge of the dial, which I like. I hate second hands that stop short of the minute/second markers and simply point to the minute/second markers, rather than sweep over them.All in all, the Hamilton Khaki Field is a very nice watch bearing the name of a once great American watch company. Although Hamilton watches have been made in Switzerland since 1969, the Hamilton Watch Co. was &#34;born in the USA&#34; (Lancaster, PA, 1892) and strapping on a &#34;Hammy&#34; takes one back to a time when stuff was actually made in the USA. The Khaki Field is a great watch for someone who is just getting into mechanical/automatic watches, as well as someone who owns one or more &#34;luxury&#34; automatic watches and is looking for a &#34;beater&#34; watch to wear with jeans and a t-shirt.For those who are purchasing a mechanical/automatic watch for the first time, be aware mechanical/automatic watches require regular servicing/maintenance, approximately every five years. Hamilton currently charges $190 for a &#34;complete maintenance service.&#34; A local watchmaker is likely to charge a similar amount. However, if you maintain a mechanical/automatic watch, it can outlive you.UPDATE: The latest version of the Hamilton Khaki Field uses a caliber H-10 movement, which was originally developed by/for Tissot (another Swatch Group brand) and is referred to as the &#34;Powermatic 80&#34; in the Tissot line. The H-10 movement has an 80-hr. power reserve (vs. 42 hrs. for the ETA 2824-2), but has a lower beat rate (21,600 bph vs. 28,800 bph for the ETA 2824-2). Because of the lower beat rate, the second hand on the H-10 movement does not sweep as smoothly as the ETA 2824-2 movement. I have read on several watch blogs that the H-10 movement is based on the ETA 2824-2 movement, but incorporates changes to increase the efficiency of the movement and, thus, the power reserve. I'm a fan of the tried-and-true ETA 2824-2 movement because it's a movement any competent watchmaker would be familiar with and able to service easily. I'm not sure the same can be said of the new H-10 movement. I read a review of the &#34;Powermatic 80&#34; movement that stated, &#34;the high-tech escapement has no regulator; the rate is set at the factory with a laser, making the manual rate adjustments normally required by a mechanical watch unnecessary.&#34; I'm not sure if that's a good thing or bad thing. Not being able to regulate a mechanical watch seems like a bad thing, but, if the H-10 movement would never require regulation, that would seem to be a good thing (assuming properly set to begin with). Frankly, I don't know enough about watch movements to weigh in on the subject with any authority. The lower power reserve of the ETA 2824-2 movement is not an issue for me because my watches are either on my wrist or on a watch winder 24/7. I'm not suggesting the H-10 movement is inferior to the 2824-2 movement. Just different. I assume the H-10 movement is a perfectly good movement and would still recommend the watch despite the different movement.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic timepiece.
Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2016
After eying this watch for months, I finally decided to pull the trigger, and the watch is as beautiful as everyone says.
I previously wore a $100 quartz Pulsar/Seiko with a stainless steel band, and I loved that watch. However, I gave it to my father as his Timex started to corrode. (And I will say, I do sill think that was the best quartz watch I've ever seen.)

The Band/Strap.
This watch feels much lighter on my hand due to to it's leather strap. Strap was stiff for the first day (as any leather item is) but it feels perfect less than a week later. I do not have it on snug, as I like the watch to be able to move a bit.
The strap is handcrafted leather, with a soft back and feels great against my skin. (No more pulled hairs:)
The buckle is solid, and has a gently engraved Hamilton logo.
I may yet get a nice Zulu strap to give it a less dressier look, and be able to change the straps based on occasion.

The Watch.
Wow.
As this is my first automatic (doesn't use a battery to run, but generates energy from the motion of my hand) I still marvel at this device. It has its own mechanism to accurately measure time. No quartz crystal, no syncing to an Internet time server, this is a self contained timepiece, independent of the outside world. Still blows my mind.
The watch is great to hold, there are no sharp edges, or things to cut into you. I think that shows the experience of Swatch/Hamilton and their dedication to customer experience.
White numbers on black background are easily readable. The hour numbers and five-minute dots are not just printed but are slightly raised, giving them a nice 3-D look.
On the bottom of the face it does say "Swiss Made", and the back does not say Stainless Steel, as in pictures both on Amazon and Hamilton website. Initially, I was worried that this could indicate a replica, but according to other answered questions, that is not the case. And quite honestly, even if it was, I would buy another if I needed to, because this thing is beautiful and obviously high quality.
Sapphire crystal face is flawless and slightly domed, but it doesn't stick out like some older watches or cheaper faces.
I'm not exactly sure of the size of my wrist, I'd say medium, and the watch is neither too big nor too small.

Extras:
The second hand, with its red tip is what I really fell in love with, and it's a pleasure to watch it sweep across the face. (It moves in tiny increments, 5 times per second.)
Hands and numbers glow in the dark (if they soak up some light), though it's not going to shine or stand out in the dark.
Date complication is as expected. I know, maybe you think, who doesn't know what date it is? But believe me, once you're used to having a date on your wrist, it can be frustrating to go about without knowing it.
It is a 25 jewel watch, and a few of those jewels are visible through the back window. (Jewels are used as kind of pivot points, or ball bearings, as they can withstand friction between moving parts without wearing out.)
My manual is dated November 2015.
Crown does not dig into my wrist, nor gets caught on my pants. Crown has a nice steady feel to it, when winding it or adjusting time. (You can wind it to give the watch some energy, but as long as you wear it every day, you don't need to.)
Watch was ordered on Sunday evening, arrived on Tuesday afternoon, in great condition. I would suggest maybe using bubble wrap rather than two big pillow bags, but I'm not a shipping expert.

Cons:
None yet.
My watch gains about 7-8 seconds per day, so in about one month it will be 4 minutes fast. I can definitely live with this.
I have not yet had any issues with water, but I am mindful of it when washing hands. I never shower or sleep with a watch either. And I take them off when working on cars, server racks, or doing any home improvements. Motorcycle vibrations don't seem to bother it.

Update - May 2017:Still love it, no issues. Daily wearer.
Update - October 2017: no issues, no water seepage, still keeps the same excellent time. (+7 seconds/day, which is great for an automatic watch)
Update - January 2023: no issues.. 7 years later. Can’t get enough of this watch.
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Miguel
5.0 out of 5 stars Buen proveedor, buen producto, buena compra
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5.0 out of 5 stars My first "real" watch.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Bello, elegante, preciso
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very Happy
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5.0 out of 5 stars Precioso y gran calidad
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5.0 out of 5 stars Precioso y gran calidad
Reviewed in Spain on July 25, 2020
Precioso, una pasada de reloj. Al ser de 38 mm vale para mujer, solo he tenido que hacer un agujero más en la correa, porque la tengo estrecha.
La presentación, inmejorable. La calidad se nota nada más verlo, la marca tiene prestigio y se nota en cada detalle del reloj.
La correa es de piel y gruesa, muy buena calidad pero un poco tiesa al principio, es muy bonita así como la hebilla.
Es automático pero aún no lo he llevado lo suficiente como para saber cuánto adelanta o retrasa, de momento en dos días va clavado de hora.
Si te gustan este tipo de relojes estéticamente y conoces la calidad de la marca, pagas el precio sin dudas, el reloj lo vale.
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