Field watches are one of the great watch genres, and the standard by which all models are judged is still the battle-proven Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical. Despite ever-increasing prices, you will pay £545 for the entry-level model they keep selling. And why not? They are fabulous examples of the class in every measurable way and, despite never really changing their style, look fantastic.
Our office Khaki is the classic manual wind 38mm matt stainless steel case with a white dial powered by the H-50 calibre specifically developed by ETA for Hamilton's hand-wound watches. It has an extended power reserve of up to 80 hours. The watch typically comes with a 20mm pin/buckle 2-piece fabric, but we have to say that the venerable Field Mechanical is one of the best watches of all time to swap straps on.
Here are some of our latest favourite combinations.
Vintage Highley Genuine Leather Watch Strap - Light Brown - £68
Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical One of the best pairings for the Hamilton is the Vintage Highley in Light Brown. The colour and style perfectly complement this watch and maintain a vintage military look. One of our best sellers, the Vintage Highley, is a classic within the WatchGecko range of leather straps.
Thickly padded (6mm thick at the lug end) and made from the very best Italian vegetable-tanned, full-grain leather, the supple pull-up leather is oiled and will age with grace, picking up patina as you journey through life with your black dial watch.
Boutsen Cavallo HS Sport Racing Watch Strap – Taupe - £128
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A high-end strap for a watch that's the elite of its genre! The Boutsen Racing strap is handmade from Horse leather that has been vegetable-tanned with leaves and olive tree bark, achieving a beautiful and supple grain that feels very comfortable on the wrist.
Each Boutsen Racing leather strap is unique and timeless. Experienced artisans dedicate much time to creating each strap, never compromising on quality and always striving to offer the best leather. It's a very different look for the militaristic Hamilton Khaki, but it works.
Ridge Military Nylon Watch Strap – Green - £24
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Yet another strap we like to advertise on this very white dial Hamilton. The WatchGecko Ridge design offers a chance to give your watch a classic vintage look. This premium strap has a subtle ribbed texture to the nylon, similar to old-fashioned military webbing. The 1.2mm thick nylon is incredibly tough and hardwearing.
The buckle and keepers are fashioned from stainless steel, and the keeper nearest the buckle is floating so that you can adjust it to suit the excess nylon you have.
Vintage Style Rubber Watch Strap – Green - £48
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Our Vintage Tropical straps have been around for a while, but this green variant represents the latest generation available in new colours. Inspired by the golden age of diving in the 1960s, this type of strap transitions perfectly to a quality field watch that benefits from many of the same characteristics. A generous tapered tail, classic style keepers, and a period-accurate textured pattern make for a stunning strap. Premium rubber and quick-release spring bars ensure this is a modern creation.
The smaller perforated vents are carefully designed to allow airflow to your skin for significantly greater comfort in hot climates. Perfect for the next time you take your Hamilton into the jungle.
The Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical is one of the world's finest field watches; the only thing that can wear is the original strap. However, as you can see from this selection, the watch is eminently suited to the broadest possible variety of new straps, so if you're lucky enough to own a Khaki Mechanical the white or black dial or even the new bronze case, then why not try some of the above suggestions and send us pictures of your new look Hamilton.
