![]() ![]() To put it in other words, this very well could be the watch that the real James Bond would have been issued during his service as a 007. The casebacks were often engraved with a “TROPICALIZED” denotation, indicating that these particular references had been temperature compensated and made water-resistant in order to stand up to the heat and humidity of equatorial territories. Designed as a discreet, but tough field watch, the original was produced in the ’60s and ’70s as a General Services watch (hence the G.S) made for non-military members of the British Armed Forces, members of diplomatic services, or as those who used diplomatic services as cover. The Hamilton Khaki Field and Pilot Pioneer Limited Editions For Hodinkee are inspired by the Hamilton 6BB "G.S." Tropicalized British Military Watch Ref. Strap one on and become an explorer – strap two on and become an expert. The set comes with a limited-edition Pelican case for storage and travel, and both individual and set options include a pack of custom-themed Field Notes inspired by the watch's design. ![]() Limited to 1,100 pieces, the Hamilton Khaki Field and Pilot Pioneer Limited Editions For Hodinkee can be purchased individually or as a Collector's set: with 800 Field, 100 Pilot, and 200 sets available. These watches capture the spirit of adventure and military ruggedness that Hamilton has built its legacy on. The result is a pair of watches built to be worn, to explore the great outdoors, and go beyond the office. ![]() Designed as a matching “companion set,” The Hamilton Khaki Field and Pilot Pioneer Limited Editions for Hodinkee feature complementary designs across both models. Say hello to the Hamilton Khaki Limited Edition Collection for Hodinkee. So when we were approached to design a Hamilton Khaki Field watch, we knew this would be our opportunity to create the perfect collector’s set of watches ready for any occasion. Affordable, durable, charming, and nostalgic, the Khaki Field has established itself as a worthwhile entry point for the horologically inclined. ![]() For many of us here at Hodinkee, the Hamilton Khaki Field watch is the mechanical watch we recommend to friends and family who are just beginning to dip their toes into the world of collecting. ![]()
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