Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba Auto Blue Ref. H82345141
Dive Watch / Tool Watch · Hamilton (The Swatch Group); Mid-range luxury tier; known for American heritage and Swiss precision.
Period: Modern Utility (2010s-Present); blends mid-century skin diver aesthetics with contemporary rugged proportions.
Type
Dive Watch / Tool Watch
Brand
Hamilton (The Swatch Group); Mid-range luxury tier; known for American heritage and Swiss precision.
Movement
Automatic, Hamilton Caliber H-10 (base ETA C07.111), 21,600 vph (3Hz), 80-hour power reserve, 25 jewels.
Dimensions
Case diameter: 40mm; Thickness: 12.95mm; Lug-to-lug: 50mm; Lug width: 20mm.
Description
An adventurous aquatic timepiece that bridges the gap between a professional diver and a daily field watch. The Khaki Navy Scuba distinguishes itself with a textured wave dial and high-contrast military time scale, reflecting Hamilton's history as a supplier to the US Armed Forces. It offers a compact, wearable 40mm profile that fits comfortably under a cuff or over a wetsuit.
Key Features
80-hour power reserve H-10 movement; unique 4:30 date placement; wave pattern dial; 24-hour inner track characteristic of the Khaki line.
Dial Description
Gradient blue with 'wave' texture; applied circular and triangular indices with Super-LumiNova; nickeled sword hands; 24-hour military time inner scale; date window at 4:30.
Case Material
Brushed 316L stainless steel with polished accents on the crown and bezel edge.
Crystal Type
Flat sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating; currently in excellent condition with no visible scratches.
Bezel Details
Unidirectional 60-click rotating bezel; aluminum blue insert with a 0-15 minute scale and a luminous pip at 12.
Crown & Pushers
Screw-down crown with 'H' branding; protected by integrated crown guards.
Bracelet or Strap
Three-row 'Oyster' style stainless steel bracelet; brushed finish; folding clasp with push-button release and Hamilton branding.
Caseback Details
Solid, screw-down stainless steel caseback featuring the Hamilton crest and 'H' logo engraving; water resistance and serial info etched.
Movement Type
Automatic, Hamilton Caliber H-10 (base ETA C07.111), 21,600 vph (3Hz), 80-hour power reserve, 25 jewels.
Water Resistance
10 bar (100 meters / 328 feet); suitable for swimming and snorkeling but not intended for professional saturation diving.
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made; manufactured in Bienne, Switzerland; movement is a modified in-house Swatch Group caliber.
Age Estimate
Circa 2018-present; modern production model.
Cultural Significance
Represents the 'GADA' (Go Anywhere, Do Anything) watch culture; significant for making high-power-reserve Swiss movements accessible to enthusiasts.
Condition Notes
Excellent condition overall; case sides and bezel show no significant wear; indices and hands are crisp; bracelet links appear tight. (Grade: Excellent)
Value Estimate
MSRP: $845 USD; Pre-owned/Grey market: $500 - $650 USD depending on box/papers.
Care & Maintenance
Recommended movement service every 5-7 years; check water seals annually if used for swimming; clean bracelet with soft brush and soapy water.
Similar Watches
Seiko Prospex '62MAS' Re-interpretation (Japanese competitor), Tissot Seastar 1000 (same parent company, different aesthetic), Longines HydroConquest (higher tier alternative).
Interesting Facts
Hamilton supplied thousands of watches to the US Navy during WWII; this modern Scuba model was famously worn by characters in several Hollywood action films in recent years.