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Hamilton Honors Its Roots with a 1,892‑Piece Khaki Field 'America' Anniversary Edition
1,892 pieces — a literal nod to Hamilton’s 1892 founding — make up the Khaki Field 'America' Anniversary Edition. The 38 mm field watch pairs a warm cream dial and subtle red‑and‑blue accents with the H‑10 automatic and an 80‑hour power reserve.
By HorologyTalk Editorial · · 3 min read
Originally reported by Teddy Baldassarre. This article is a curated summary of their original coverage.
Hamilton unveils a leather‑strapped salute to its American heritage
1,892 pieces anchor this new Khaki Field release — a deliberate reference to Hamilton’s founding year. The Khaki Field "America" Anniversary Edition keeps the model’s military DNA intact while dialing in slightly dressier details: compact proportions, a soft cream dial, and restrained red and blue highlights that read patriotic without resorting to novelty.
The case measures 38 mm across in bead‑blasted stainless steel, with a lug‑to‑lug of 47 mm and a thickness of roughly 11.5 mm. Those dimensions favour vintage ergonomics over modern bulk. The dial stays intentionally spare: fully printed Arabic numerals, a railroad minute track and warm Super‑LumiNova that mimics aged radium rather than bright white lume. Color is limited to a cobalt blue seconds hand and a small red triangle at 12 o'clock.
Inside the screwed caseback sits Hamilton’s H‑10 automatic calibre. It delivers an 80‑hour power reserve, runs at 3 Hz (21,600 vph) and, for this edition, uses a Nivachron hairspring to boost magnetic resistance. Water resistance is rated to 100 meters and the watch wears a flat sapphire crystal with anti‑reflective coating — practical choices that keep the watch ready for daily wear.
Key specifications
- Reference: Khaki Field "America" Anniversary Edition, Ref. H704A‑1892
- Case: 38 mm bead‑blasted stainless steel, 11.5 mm thick, 20 mm lug width
- Movement: Hamilton H‑10 automatic, 80‑hour power reserve, 3 Hz (21,600 vph), Nivachron hairspring
- Water resistance: 100 m; crystal: sapphire with AR
- Edition size: 1,892 pieces; strap: cream NATO with leather backing (additional leather strap included)
- Price: USD 1,195; availability: June 2026 through Hamilton boutiques and select retailers
The choice of 1,892 pieces is literal and considered. Each caseback is stamped with the edition number and a subtle anniversary motif rather than an exhibition window, preserving the Khaki Field’s utilitarian look while giving owners a tactile link to Hamilton’s history.
Rather than reinvent the Khaki recipe, this release tightens the details: superior movement insulation, a wearable case size, and a restrained palette that will age gracefully in a collection.
Strategically, the Anniversary Edition underscores Hamilton’s American roots and Swiss‑manufactured mechanics. It’s priced and specified to attract long‑time fans who want a fresh limited piece and new buyers drawn to historically resonant design. Expect it to move quickly; if you prize numbered runs without tiny‑run premiums, this one sits in a sensible buying sweet spot.
Originally reported by Teddy Baldassarre. This article is a curated summary of their original coverage.
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