Hamilton Khaki Mechanical H694190 (2010-2020)

Now available at auction from Second Vintage A quintessential modern field watch, this Hamilton Khaki Mechanical combines a durable bead-blasted stainless steel case with a highly legible matte black dial. Powered by a reliable manual wind movement, it offers a purely mechanical experience in a robust and functional design. Brand: Hamilton Model: Khaki Mechanical Reference Number: H694190 Movement: Manual wind ETA 2804-2, 17 jewels Dial: Matte black with white printed numerals and syringe hands Case Size: 38mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 2010s Condition: Excellent used condition. Timegrapher: -5-6s/day with strong amplitude, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The highly legible field watch dial features a pristine matte black finish that serves as an ideal backdrop for the crisp white printed numerals and text. Intact and clean luminous plots complement the classic syringe style hands, which remain in excellent condition. The luminous material on the hands is clean and visually consistent with the dial markers, ensuring superb readability. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case is presented with a utilitarian bead-blasted finish that remains well preserved. The case geometry exhibits sharp lug profiles and crisp edges, showing minimal signs of handling or wear. An integrated smooth bezel, also bead-blasted, frames the dial beautifully with no significant dings or scratches visible. The watch is fitted with a flat sapphire crystal that is clear and free of visible scratches or chips. A Hamilton signed crown featuring the 'H' logo, sharp knurling, and a matching bead-blasted finish completes the robust exterior. Movement Inside the case beats the manual wind ETA caliber 2804-2, engraved with 'SEVENTEEN (17) JEWELS SWISS' and 'HAMILTON'. The movement presents beautifully, with clean plates and bridges showing no visible corrosion, oxidation, or damage. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a mechanical timepiece. The recorded timegrapher result is -5-6s/day with strong amplitude. Strap The watch is fitted with a canvas field strap featuring a comfortable leather backing. It is a functional and characterful strap that shows moderate signs of wear consistent with use, including visible fraying at the tip and along the sizing holes. Condition Excellent used condition. The bead-blasted stainless steel case and sharp lug profiles are extremely well preserved, showing only minimal signs of use. The matte black dial and syringe hands are pristine, while the sapphire crystal remains clear and free of scratches. The canvas strap displays moderate wear and visible fraying, adding to its purposeful field watch character. The manual wind movement is clean and, supported by the timegrapher reading of -5-6s/day with strong amplitude, is performing very strongly. Dimensions The case measures 38mm in diameter (excluding the crown). Remarks This Khaki Mechanical offers an outstanding blend of utilitarian design and robust mechanical performance. With its crisp bead-blasted case, highly legible dial, and reliable ETA 2804-2 movement, it is a superb daily wearer for any mechanical watch enthusiast. History The Hamilton Khaki Mechanical line draws its inspiration directly from the robust, highly legible timepieces issued to military personnel throughout the twentieth century. Designed for clarity and durability, these models have become a staple in modern watch collecting. By utilizing the proven ETA 2804-2 manual wind caliber and a straightforward, highly functional aesthetic, the Khaki Mechanical continues Hamilton's long tradition of producing dependable field watches for everyday use. / Second Vintage SKU: HAM-KMH-0001