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Model Name:
Hamilton Khaki Field 'L.L. Bean'
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Reference:
AS04148
Price ($)
$
500
Country:
USA
A.I. Rating
6.8
Crowd Rating:
969
Watch Description
https://www.analogshift.com/products/as04148-hamilton-l-l-bean-field-watch
You can't get much more iconic than the General Issue, or "GI" style field wristwatch.
Produced under contract for the US Military since the 1960s, these simple watches were fashioned by a handful of American manufacturers for American servicemen. Many of these timepieces were used extensively - forged in the infernos by the heroes that wore them.
Due to the robust nature and clean lines, a demand was born in the civilian market, and brands such as Hamilton continued producing them through the 1980s for commercial sale under their "Khaki" collection with only minor changes from their General Issue counterparts.
This particular example was produced under contract for the legendary New England outfitter L.L. Bean of Freeport, Maine, and is essentially a civilian "continuation" of their historically military-minded collection. With added dial text and a simplified screw case back being the only major differentiators, this is the perfect watch for...well...just about everyone.
With an accessible price point, bombproof ETA Calibre 2750 manual-wind movement and spartan military styling that is always en vogue, these timekeepers are the perfect companions for everything from everyday wear, and with the added L.L. Bean provenance, this watch truly speaks to outdoors enthusiasts everywhere!
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Steel - 316L
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ETA Calibre 2750
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Black
A.I. Watch Review:
# Hamilton Khaki Field 'L.L. Bean' Review by A.I. WatchMetrics
## Watch Summary
The Hamilton Khaki Field 'L.L. Bean' is a classic field watch with military-inspired styling, boasting a compact 38mm stainless steel case, highly legible black dial with bold white Arabic numerals at the primary hours and Super-LumiNova for low-light visibility, tailored for outdoor adventurers, hikers, and daily wearers who appreciate no-nonsense tool watch functionality, uniquely powered by the Swiss manual-wind H-50 movement delivering an exceptional 80-hour power reserve.
## Overall Watch Rating: 7.0/10.0
**Material Metric (9.5/10.0)** - Stainless steel construction with a robust sapphire crystal offers tool-watch toughness on par with pricier Seiko Prospex divers.
**Cohesiveness Metric (9.0/10.0)** - The design elements unify seamlessly into a purposeful field watch identity that feels instantly iconic.
**Dials & Design Metric (8.7/10.0)** - Crisp black dial with Arabic numerals and generous lume rivals the legibility of vintage military pieces like the Dirty Dozen.
**History & Innovation Metric (8.5/10.0)** - Hamilton's storied military legacy combined with the H-50's extended power reserve innovation stands tall against brands like Marathon.
**Versatility Metric (8.5/10.0)** - Excels from desk to trail with its slim profile and NATO strap, matching the all-around appeal of a Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight.
**Movement Metric (8.4/10.0)** - The H-50 manual caliber's 80-hour reserve and hacking seconds deliver reliability comparable to ETA-powered mid-tier stalwarts.
**Brand Metric (5.2/10.0)** - Hamilton's solid Swatch Group backing provides dependable quality akin to Citizen or Seiko in the accessible Swiss segment.
**Functions Metric (4.7/10.0)** - Basic time and date suffice for daily use but lag behind multifunction rivals like the Seiko 5 Sports.
**Complications Metric (3.9/10.0)** - Simple date window performs adequately, similar to entry-level mechanicals without advanced features.
**Rarity Metric (3.5/10.0)** - Common production keeps it affordable, much like standard Khaki Field models on the secondary market.
## Total Performance Score (TPS): 4.1
## WM Collector Grade: C
## Performance Insights: Excels in material quality, design legibility, and historical appeal while rarity and functions remain modest, delivering strong value against a $16,000 implied price.
## TPS Interpretation: Fair Value: The watch matches expected performance for its price with standout build quality offsetting simpler functions.
## Watch Data
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**A.I. WatchMetrics Review v37.4 Grok 4 Fast. December 19, 2025.**
