Borna Bosnjak
Hamilton is one of those cult classic brands that only need a strong release or two each year to keep the hype going. They undoubtedly realised this in 2022 with the new Murph 38mm, showing that they’re in touch with their fanbase. In 2023, the two stand-out releases were also under the ever-popular Khaki Field range, adding the option of a compass bezel or titanium bracelet to the collection. Hamilton also showed the Jazzmaster collection some love, updating the Skeleton with a dial that integrates the visible movement even better as well as introducing the sporty new Performer line.Finally, it wouldn’t be a Hamilton round-up without a movie watch, and 2023 was no different. Gracing the silver screen in at least two blockbusters – including vintage examples on the wrist of Cillian Murphy in Oppenheimer – though the most notable feature was the American Classic Boulton accompanying Harrison Ford in the last-ever Indiana Jones?movie. What’s even better is that you can pick up all of these from the Time+Tide Shop.Hamilton Khaki Field ExpeditionThe headlining release for Hamilton in 2023 was the new Khaki Field Expedition. It has all the hallmarks of Hamilton field watches that cemented them as the brand to beat when it comes to that particular style. Made to be even more helpful on adventures, the Expedition features a bidirectional compass bezel, making navigation with the help of the sun that much easier. Cased in 37 or 41mm, the array of colours and strap options make this an easy shoo-in for this selection.BrandHamiltonModelKhaki Field ExpeditionReference NumberH70315830H70315130H70315510H70315540Case Dimensions37mm (D) x 11.5mm (T)41mm (D) x 11.5mm (T)Case MaterialStainless steelWater Resistance100 metresCrystal(s)SapphireDial(s)Black, white, blueStrapGreen or brown leather strap with pin buckleStainless steel bracelet with folding claspMovementH-10, ETA C07 base, automatic, Nivachron balance springPower Reserve80 hoursFunctionsHours, minutes, seconds, compass bezelAvailabilityAvailable nowPriceA$1,675 (leather strap)A$1,825 (bracelet)Hamilton Khaki Field TitaniumOne “easy” way to make the Khaki Field an even more compelling choice is to make it out of a more lightweight, sporty material. So that’s exactly what Hamilton did when introducing it in titanium for the first time in 2022, with one glaring omission – a titanium bracelet. Thankfully, that was rectified this year, with a muted grey and all-black duo. With 38mm and 42mm-sized cases measuring less than 12mm thick, the dials are given a subtle two-tone finish, separating them from the rest of the collection visually.BrandHamiltonModelKhaki Field TitaniumReference NumberH70205140H70215130H70545140H70665130Case Dimensions38mm (D) x 11.68mm (T)42mm (D) x 11.45mm (T)Case MaterialTitaniumWater Resistance100 metresCrystal(s)SapphireDialBlack or blue with azurage hour ringLug Width20mmStrapThree-link titanium bracelet with folding claspMovementHamilton H-10, ETA C07.611 basePower Reserve80 hoursFunctionsHours, minutes, secondsAvailabilityAvailable nowPriceStarting from A$1,675Hamilton Jazzmaster SkeletonThis one could be a little surprising for some, but Time+Tide customers are actually responsible here. Skeletonised watches were always popular with a select few, but the new Jazzmaster Skeleton attracted a large crowd, becoming one of our best-selling watches of 2023. Whether it’s a choice of two sizes or better integration of the openworked H-10-S movement with the dial, who knows, but the recipe is certainly a success.BrandHamiltonModelJazzmaster SkeletonCase Dimensions40mm (D) x 11mm (T) 36mm (D) x 10.55mm (T)Case MaterialStainless steelWater Resistance50 metresCrystal(s)SapphireDialSilver, blue, plum, pale roseStrapLeather strap or steel braceletMovementH-10-S, skeletonised Powermatic 80 base, automaticPower Reserve80 hoursFunctionsHours, minutes, secondsAvailabilityNowPriceA$1,925 (36mm with strap)A$2,075 (36mm with bracelet)A$2,075 (40mm with strap)A$2,200 (40mm with bracelet)Hamilton American Classic Boulton QuartzA small, rectangular Hamilton on the wrist of Indiana Jones in 1969 hardly seems out of place, and the same goes for the famed professor of archaeology once again fighting some Nazis. What is a little strange is that the model he wears happens to be a quartz watch. A reminder: the Seiko Astron, widely accepted to be the world’s first quartz watch, came out in 1971. Nevertheless, the Boulton’s gold-tone case and diminutive proportions didn’t detract much from the on-screen action, so we can scratch it up to being another forgotten relic from one of Indy’s time-travelling adventures (spoilers, maybe?)BrandHamiltonModelAmerican Classic Boulton QuartzCase Dimensions27mm (W) x 31.6mm (L) x 7.6mm (T)Case MaterialStainless steel, PVD yellow goldWater Resistance30 metresCrystal(s)MineralDialWhite, PVD yellow gold Arabic numeralsLug Width18mmStrapCalf leatherMovementETA 980.163, quartzPower ReserveThree-year battery lifeFunctionsHours, minutes, small secondsAvailabilityAvailable nowPriceA$1,200Hamilton Jazzmaster PerformerThe Jazzmaster was always a versatile collection, including everything from dainty dress watches to the huge Face 2 Face chronograph. The new Jazzmaster Performer collection finds itself right in the middle of those two, offering both sporty, yet elegant three-handers, as well as larger automatic chronographs with a Valjoux 7750-based movement like this one. The steel-bezelled look is definitely in at the moment, Hamilton yet again offering an affordable alternative to the watchiverse’s ongoing trends.BrandHamiltonModelJazzmaster Performer Automatic Chronograph 42mmCase Dimensions42mm (D) x 15.22mm (T)Case MaterialStainless steel, rose gold PVD stainless steel (white dial)Water Resistance100mDialBlue sunray, black sunray, whiteCrystal(s)SapphireBracelet/StrapStainless 3-link, blue leather, black leatherLug Width22mmMovementH-31 automatic chronographPower Reserve60 hoursFunctionsHours, minutes, seconds, chrono, dateAvailabilityNowPriceUS$2,195 (Black or blue/strap), US$2,245 (Black/bracelet), US$2295 (Rose gold/strap)
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