Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical 38mm vs Timex Weekender Chronograph

Hamilton's design language vs Timex's approach

The Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical 38mm features a Stainless Steel case at 38mm with Sapphire Crystal protection. The Timex Weekender Chronograph offers Brass (Silver-Tone) construction at 40mm with Mineral Glass. Both represent their brand's distinct design philosophy and heritage.

Hand-Wound H-50 (ETA 2801-2 base) vs Quartz Chronograph

The Khaki Field Mechanical 38mm runs the Hand-Wound H-50 (ETA 2801-2 base) (Hamilton/ETA Hand-Wound, 80 Hours power reserve) at 21,600 vph (3 Hz) frequency. The Weekender Chronograph uses the Quartz Chronograph (Quartz Chronograph (Battery), Battery reserve) at standard. The Khaki Field Mechanical 38mm edges ahead on power reserve.

38mm vs 40mm — different wrist presence

At 38mm, the Khaki Field Mechanical 38mm wears more compactly on smaller wrists compared to the Weekender Chronograph at 40mm. Water resistance differs: 50m (5 ATM) vs 30m (3 ATM).

Timex sits in the lower tier

The Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical 38mm sits at $500–$1,000 and the Timex Weekender Chronograph at $50–$100. On the specs that outlast any price: the Khaki Field Mechanical 38mm uses Sapphire Crystal with 80 Hours, against Mineral Glass and Battery on the Weekender Chronograph. Service intervals are typically 5-7 years for both.

50m (5 ATM) vs 30m (3 ATM)

The Khaki Field Mechanical 38mm is rated to 50m (5 ATM) while the Weekender Chronograph handles 30m (3 ATM). The Khaki Field Mechanical 38mm is better suited for water activities.