Why did I choose the Field Automatic? Well, to me, it’s the more modern yet relatively timeless aesthetic. This is unlike the Khaki Field, which is more closely styled to resemble vintage military watches (with a matte blasted case, no date, and a simplified dial). The Auto gives you everything the hand-winding model does but with the added convenience of a date, automatic movement, and a 100m water resistance rating… More here.
There is something so special about the Field Automatic. Even at the newer higher price and with a movement that is difficult to adjust easily, it is the archetypal watch to me and one that I still think about since I sold it.