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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Watch
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Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Watch
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You don’t often see watches made with an aluminum case. Which is exactly why Hamilton made one: the Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Read More
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keyboard_arrow_downBobraz
2631
Apr 14, 2020
Aluminum is the ultimate scratch magnet metal and perfect for a watch! Even your shirt buttons will be able to surface-scratch it!
Awesome for that beat-up, scrappy look!
Recommended for those who want the five-tour-of-duty look for their watch!
mrfuriouser
170
Jul 19, 2020
Oh RayF, it's cute how you accuse others of that which you are guilty. And you still seem to think that I care about such things. I'm truly glad you are proud of your accomplishments here on Drop. I am. Keep on smokin', man. But don't EXPECT me to care. As a Biden supporter once said on TV "I ain't got time for that!"
RayF
22220
Jul 19, 2020
mrfuriouser
You have no time? Evidently you're not big on timely either! Considering you're just replying now (in July) to a conversation we ended in April! I'm sure that once you read this, you'll be eager to remind me again (for the eighth or ninth time) that you still don't care, but don't rush it--I don't wan't you to feel pressured--take as long as you like. I'll still be here for you in...say, November?
PS: Great news! I'm sure you'll be thrilled to hear that since we last spoke, I surpassed the twenty-thousand peer endorsements level (could be a new world-record, "...a number, the likes of which nobodies ever seen before!"
See you at 21,000 ;- )
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RayF
22220
Jul 6, 2020
Oh! What's all this about scratches then?
Scratches on a man's watch give it character!
They show the world you're not the kind of guy who sit's around doing needlepoint all day!
No--you're a man of action and adventure!
I say wear you scratchy old watch with pride!
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RayF
22220
Jul 11, 2020
Had never heard of him; had to look him up.
Reminded me why I quit watching television in '02.
--not 1902; the other '02.
Hassy500
11
Jul 7, 2020
I purchased the SS version about two years ago on a clearance sale for $359 gray mkt. It has a modified ETA 2824, which has been averaging 4-5 seconds fast per day when stored dial-up. The countdown timer is screwdown, but is too fiddly to use while on my 7” wrist, unlike a dive bezel. The SS bracelet is good quality, but I wear it on either a C&B leather strap or their special perlon. Wears comfortably, with short lug-to-lug. 
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OldFinn
164
Sep 10, 2020
Hassy500While based on a 2824-2, it’s a total redesign by ETA under the Swatch Group. The BPH has been reduced to 21,600 to conserve power along with other fine changes. The ETA 80 hour reserve movement is only available in Tissot, Hamilton and Certina all Swatch Group watches. Have a Tissot PRS516 Powermatic 80 and love it. I’d be interested in this Hamilton, but prefer a stainless finish.
RayF
22220
Apr 14, 2020
Least expensive example on Chrono24 this AM was $489 (in Blue); most expensive was $1,421 (most likely an error in the listing).
On Amazon, prices (including steel) are around $980.
The BEST PRICE (WAS) $419 at Ashford, but only for the Khaki color (5895). The other colors are $695.
I am a Hamilton fan of course, but this particular model doesn’t grab me enough to actually make a purchase. If you like it, MD’s price is a pretty good deal today, however, Ashford's 1-day, 1-color sale price is best total deal by the numbers.
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RayF
22220
Apr 14, 2020
I see what you mean--the price is still listed as $419 in the gallery view, but once you click the link, the full page listing is $695.
Deceptive little bastards, aren't they?
SkipPp
278
Dec 15, 2017
What is the ETA califber in this? In addition, am I the only one who is sick of every company claiming that their ETA or ETA clone is their own movement? I prefer ETA movements.
SkipPp
278
Dec 15, 2017
Nice. The model I was looking at was the Couturier. I am nervous about the dial though. It was only $300 a week or so ago. Then again, I should wait a bit longer and get the Eterna 1942 Pulsometer. I love that watch.
Fathertime1961
82
Dec 15, 2017
SkipPpThe series I have is a Couturier, just a different model, and I agree with you about the dial on the model to which you are referring. The Eterna has a nice dial and complications, though I don't love the green numbers (however as an omage to a classic it fits). At that price point I am a big fan of used watches, and would look into a Tag Heuer Colt Automatic. But that is the wonderful thing about watches, and aesthetics in general, there is no right or wrong, just different tastes! Enjoy collecting. I am at 100+ in wrist watches and 22+ in pocket watches and still the love grows! :)
phx_shm
14
Apr 19, 2020
So on the fence for this piece... I'd really like that blue colorway with champagne/vintage lume and numbers... very suspicious of an aluminum body though...and Hamilton's underwhelming lume applications...
Bobraz
2631
Jul 6, 2020
Yes, so indeed if people are not complaining, then I guess this could be scratch-proof aluminum with hard-on 😁
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MarPabl
1088
Jul 6, 2020
BobrazHopefully it's scratch proof 🙏🏻 otherwise corrosion will develop https://drop.com/buy/hamilton-khaki-aviation-pilot-pioneer-watch/talk/2659342?utm_source=linkshare&referer=9958VR
thebrowncoat
33
Dec 15, 2017
Got excited when I saw Massdrop had a Hamilton Khaki. Then logged in and realized it was an ugly one.
RayF
22220
Dec 22, 2020
I like this watch!
It's more substantial (and better looking too) than MD's photos would lead you to believe. Unfortunately not a buy for me at this point, but definitely a wear if by chance Santa inadvertently drops one down my chimney!
If you're considering one, check out this walk-around video for a better in-the-hand overview:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bvF0YyDFw0M
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bvF0YyDFw0M
RayF
22220
Apr 14, 2020
One more important point to add!
If you're considering this watch and have never seen it in-hand, don't go by the supplied photos from MD and Hamilton!
Find other actual shots; videos are even better. There are often subtle but substantial differences between what is shown and perceived, vs the actual item.
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Cloaca
1906
Dec 15, 2017
Aluminum? Is that good? Why would you care about weight in a small watch like this?
Lostabroad
64
Apr 16, 2020
"And reading about the 7075-T6 it doesn't seem to get the best corrosion resistance, so it's still not a better option than stainless steel."
That's a bit of a blanket statement when you're naming a specific aluminum alloy but not a specific steel. The corrosion resistance of stainless steel all depends on chromium content, specific finish, and passivation. And unless we're talking about purpose-built divers, it isn't going to even come up as a problem for most casual users. 7075-T6 is considered highly corrosion resistant as far as aluminum alloys go.
MarPabl
1088
Apr 16, 2020
LostabroadNot a blanket statement, that's what I read here https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1088/1742-6596/786/1/012032
And what can happen to the anodization layer here https://www.juukdesign.com/single-post/2017/06/10/Does-THIS-happen-to-your-Apple-Watch and here https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-watch-pitting-corrosion.2095311/ and here https://mobile.twitter.com/onkeld0m/status/1159051754920730624 and here https://amp.reddit.com/r/applehelp/comments/cpxorc/apple_watch_iii_corrosion_after_14months_eating/ and so on...
You have a bit of a blanket statement unless you provide links.
With such research you may also be able to somehow prove wrong the majority (if not all) of the ⌚ and jewelry industries for not using aluminum 7075-T6 as the superior material compared with 316L stainless steel.
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