The "Murph" - Hamilton Khaki Field Watch (42 mm or 38 mm??)
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- Опубліковано 26 сер 2024
- This "Murph" now has a little sister - The Hamilton "Murph" 38 mm.
This is my review of my 42 mm version. Let's find out which of the two watches is better.
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For a long time most of the watches I`ve been wearing were around 45 mm. But with the grow of the collection and buying some older and retro watches I switched to 39-38 and even 35 mm. So now i feel extremely comfortable when instead of a wall clock on my wrist there`s a smaller size watch that don`t look too blingy and oversized. Murph 38 seems to be just the ideal variant.
I just started "discovering" 39 & 38 mm watches myself so I completely understand.
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For me, as a look at my 42mm that just came in today, missing the morse code on the second hand on the 38 is a loss, BUT, at the same time, it really makes the 42 that much more special. I refused to not get the 42 due to this. Its part of "The Murph".
@@FollowingDopamine , you and me both.
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i agree
I like your overview! You've gained a sub.
As for the Murph watch, I've been contemplating buying one and still can't decide between the 38 and the 42. I think the 38 would look better on my wrist but the "eureka" morse code on the 42 is a nice touch that the 38 doesn't have..
@@garyweber8201 - First of all, thanks for the kind words! Second, I TOTALLY agree with your dilemma.
Initially, when I bought the 42, the 38 version wasn’t an option, but today, I would have the exact same questions … and, to be honest, I don’t regret my choice b/c the “eureka” indication is what sold me in the first place. The tie-in to the movie is more important to me, even today.
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Definitely the 42mm! That was the size of the one in the movie! Some have said that was because there was extra tech in the one in the movie to make it tick Morse or binary! I alsoMust have the Euereka and Morse code on the hand! I am all about the Movie! my opinion!!
Totally agree and ... you are right; it WAS binary 😄👍🏼
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If I were to buy a "Murph" (which I'm considering), I'd opt for the 38mm on account of the 42mm version having a) too much reflection in the crystal and b) a less than inspiring strap . . . especially given the price.
I agree. And the proportions seem much better balanced too. On my side, I just can’t get passed the tie in to the movie and my love for larger watches 🤷🏼♂️
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Very classy watch. Love the tie in to the movie.
Thanks for sharing!
I prefer the larger size, but would take either one if gifted! 😉
Oh! For sure! You got THAT right 😄👍🏼
8" wrist. I'd take the 42mm all day. I only wish it had AR coating. Beautiful watch.
Hi @@minialbinocuda1 , yes, with an 8” wrist, 42 is the way to go for sure!
I have a 7” wrist and still love it. It’s indeed a beautiful watch.
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42 all day. With my 7.5" wrist, I like 42 as a minimum.
Same here! Totally agree with you.
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For me, too, 41mm is the minimum, I consider 43mm the optimal size, although the wrist is only 17 cm....
Oh! With my 17.8 cm, I thought I liked larger watches. You definitely like larger watches! 😎👍🏼
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The 38 mm is technically more accurate to the film, because the movie prop version doesn’t have the Morse code dots on the minute hand either. For this reason as well as the fact that 38 mm is a more versatile wearing size for more people I would choose that over the 42 mm version.
Yes, you're absolutely right; the prop was "clean" and I only just discovered that I like 38 mm watches for some models.
What I like about the 42 mm is the "hommage" to the movie and I'm only starting to appreciate 38 & 39 mm watches on my wrist. Typically, I like larger watches.
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I have a 7.5 inches wrist and got the 42, the 38 looked a bit too small and the strap quite short, I'm still unsure though if it's still too big I don't have any 42 in my collection
Thanks for your insight. I have a 7 inch wrist and absolutely love the fit of the 42.
I’m so conflicted. I have a 7.5” wrist and I want this watch I’m just worried about how big the 42 is. The lug to lug is crazy
@@YouKnowMySteez I returned the 42 after a short while and unfortunately they didn't have the 38 in stock amymore so I got a certina instead but sure it's still on my radar and for sure I'd get the 38 mm instead next time, I recently got a longines heritage in 35mm, they strap is a bit short (I'm using the 3rd hole) but it doesn't bother me anymore, go for the 38 you won't regret it, the 42 with those lugs make the watch quite big indeed
@@micknick74 thanks for your feedback. I haven’t actually seen the Murph in person. I feel like if I got to try on the two sizes I’d probably end up going with 38mm. I think 40mm is the perfect size for our wrists but it seems like a rare case size unfortunately.
@@YouKnowMySteez no problem at all, honestly even if they made a 40 I'd still go for the 38, or they change that lug to lug, I don't mind big watches as I have different sized divers but the murph is nice and elegant compact, hope you'll try them on see for yourself
I wish the size would have been a 39...
Interesting ... I would have liked it to be 40 ... 😊
@@timetowatch_francois you're right..40 would work well.
40 would have been perfect. I hate how rare 40mm watches seem to be 🙁
Is the 38mm good for my 6.1 inch wirst or should i search for some 36/37mm watch?
Hi, @@giuseppeignone9481 , that’s a good question. I figure that 38 may be your limit if you don’t like larger watches. But, a 36 mm watch would definitely look better IMHO.
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Picked the 42mm
You and me both my friend.
I still love my 42 mm … BUT the 38 mm watches are growing on me more and more.
I JUST received one from Long Island Watch (ISL-38) … the Brookville and love it for more formal wear and at the office.
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店頭で42mmと38mmを見比べましたが、38mmは小さすぎると思いました。私の手首はさほど太く無い(17cm/6.75inch)ですが42mmを買うと思います。私も大きめの時計が好きです。映画で使われた時計のサイズ感と一致するのはやはり42mmですし、秒針のeureka も欠かせません。
秒針についてはまったく同感だ。
42mmを買って後悔したことは一度もない。
コメントをありがとう。
I have a big one and it is the strap monster of all time.
Indeed. I goes surprisingly well with any strap!
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I also heard that the H10 mvt has to be sent back to Tissot and replaced when it needs maintenance or repair because it is free sprung and Lazer Regulated! Give me the old 2824 please!
True indeed. I could not find any details about the Tissot involvement re: Lazer Regulation. Thanks for your insight and your comment (again 😉)
I wanted one for the movie heritage but its never on sale. Always around 800 pounds in the UK. Ended up getting the seiko alpinist on sale for £340 (forest sunbeam - lovely watch). Is the murph £460 better?
That Seiko Alpinist is, in my opinion, at the same level as the Hamilton Murph.
I was fortunate enough to acquire mine in the early stages of its release and not pay as much.
I’ve been eyeing the green Seiko Alpinist now part of the Prospex family for a couple of years now and I think you made a great choice 😊👍🏼
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what would you suggest for 6.75inch wrist?
Thanks for your question. With that size of wrist, it’s kind of borderline good for both but I really think the 38 mm would be a perfect fit.
It all depends on 1 - Do you like larger watches in the first place or not and 2 - Do you want to buy the watch to be closer to the movie with the size and the morse code on the second hand.
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Can you get the 42mm on a bracelet?
Thanks for your comment.
Currently, Hamilton does not make a 22 mm bracelet for this watch.
IMHO, I feel the lugs are too long to accommodate a bracelet and, the core of this watch is a Field Watch so, either a strap or more specifically, a NATO-like strap would be more fitting.
I hope this puts things in perspective for you. Thanks for watching.
I would go for the 38mm but that is just me :)
38mm watches are growing on me and I may end up reviewing more and more in that size.
Thanks for your comment Jayson 😃👍🏻
No wrist shots for the 38mm murph?
I agree, I could have found images of wrist shots of the 38mm but my goal was to showcase the version I acquired which is the 42mm version.
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Where is the best place to buy a 42mm?
@jasonking5560 - I went to my local jewelry store who’s an authorized Hamilton dealer and I encourage you to do the same in your neck of the woods.
1 - it encourages your local economy and,
2 - it’s not much more expensive.
However, if you are looking for trusted online resellers, Teddy Baldassarre is one (new watches only) and for used watches, maybe jomashop.com or watchfinder.com
Hope this helps. Thanks for your comment and thanks for watching 🙂👍🏼
(PS - if you order from a reseller outside of your country, don’t forget to factor in duty charges in your budget … that’s why buying locally may be a better choice)
Guys, can someone tell me about the scratch reliability and AR of this watch please?
@dopa matu3 - Hamilton is not known to add any AR in their watches and this one's no different. There is no AR to speak of (you'll see it in the images; reflections galore!)
As for the scratch reliability, the case is Stainless Steel and the crystal is Sapphire glass. If you're like me, you wear your watches and SS will still scratch but with the sapphire glass, you'll have to wake up really early to have that scratched up.
I feel that scratches on a watch gives it character so, I would't worry about that too much with this one. Take care of your watches but don't "baby" them ... that's my motto 😊👍🏼
Hope this helps.
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@@timetowatch_francois there is AR on the 38 but not the 42. It’s faint but noticeable in my opinion.
@@LBenn302 - interesting 🤔
I think here “faint” is the key word 😄
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@@timetowatch_francois in the official technical specs the 38 has inside reflective AR coating- while the 42 does not. I wish it had complete AR and a screw down crown and it would be perfect imo. But I think I’m gonna pull the trigger on the 38 right now… I can’t decide between this or just a regular khaki auto
@@LBenn302 - Thanks for sharing this information; I guess I missed that item in the tech specs. Appreciate your comment and thanks for watching 🙂
42mm for me. I have an almost 8" wrist.
Absolutely makes sense.
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42 mm one all the way. It is a purist pilot wristwatch
Exactly! … Hamilton classifies this as a “Field Watch” but at that size … pilot watch it is 😉
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38 mm
No Screw-Down Crown on Hamilton Field Watches. Don't Waste Your Money!
Yeah, that’s a “miss” on their part for sure 🙄
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No field watch of the past had screw down crown. Not even the ones soldiers wore. I don't mind a non screw down. I do mind on a diver though.
@@WINDINGCROWNS - That’s a good point. But, today, a screw down crown costs close to nothing and adds peace of mind when wearing a watch.
Not just for WR but for securing the crown in place if/when you knock it.
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Screw downs do nothing for durability. It’s all in the gaskets within the watch body. I have an MT-G that is perfectly fine at 200 metres without the crowd screwed down.