Hamilton Khaki Murph: An Attractive But Sizable Watch (Interstellar Watch)

[@dougstump2520]

I bought the Interstellar Pilot Day Date two years ago and just picked up this Murph watch to complete the collection. My initial reaction is: beautiful, attractive watch. Two downsides to this watch I noticed immediately. There is not ARC on it and I just don't understand why they didn't, esp. at this price point. Second is the stiff band - not so much the 42mm case size. I think this would feel better on the wrist if Hamilton packaged this with a softer band. I'm going to swap it out for a NATO strap. For those dads out there - FYI - my youngest is off to college in the fall. she's my film enthusiast, and she is going to get this watch on dorm move in day. we will be a long ways apart, so with these Hamilton watches she'll know we will always be connected through time and space. Gotta thank Nolan for this one.

[@ludwigrbds5522]

what is arc?

[@dougstump2520]

@@ludwigrbds5522 anti-reflective coating for the crystal

[@aquadirect9799]

This is absolutely beautiful Doug, may you and your daughter find each other in time!

[@Roezaea]

Way late, but in case you haven't already purchased, all signs point to Hamilton releasing a smaller version of this watch sometime in the next few days. They have a countdown on their website titled "Something SMALL is coming" and have hinted strongly it is related to this model.

[@ZacharyVered]

Swapping in a NATO band on this is a fire move. Gonna have to grab this now.

[@DoctorJ1337]

They should just make it in multiple sizes. It's an amazing design definitely deserving of that treatment.

[@collectingtengu4905]

agreed...

[@renaud_]

So true. That lug to lug 😳

[@pedromonteiro2644]

Agreed

[@tuyenhoang5546]

They already said that they wanna make it as close to the movie as possible

[@DoctorJ1337]

@@tuyenhoang5546 And they have. There is absolutely nothing stopping them from making additional models.

[@HaevyGlow]

After years of dreaming about it, I finally bought one today! Interstellar is my all-time favorite movie, and it feels special to own this watch. While it's quite a substantial watch, it's very light and slim. 38mm would probably fit a bit better on my wrist, but 42 is the OG - it's the watch they used in the movie and EUREKA is something special that 38mm doesn't have.

[@Soul_of_a_Robot]

Its just a watch bro. A mass produced replica prop

[@andreaiacolina]

Such a beautiful piece. If it had a 38-39 mm case I would have already bought one.

[@bharat2580]

more like 36-37

[@morgs9494]

More like 10-12

[@omarkharnivall2439]

For me I wish at least the lug was 20mm

[@drmanhattan225]

It's coming! Being announced on 22/11.

[@andreaiacolina]

@@drmanhattan225 do you have any additional info about this? I haven't heard anything and I would like to buy one with these dimensions. Thanks!

[@henrycollins2478]

Sorry to my Spanish teacher, I’ll be late to the zoom call, have to watch teddy.

[@kickbillcom]

Tranquilo, no pasa nada

[@edteach3r]

I love the Murph! As Interstellar is my favourite movie, I just had to have both the Coop and the Murph. Both are in my regular rotation.

[@BrendanSilent]

Finally get a review of a medium sized watch for my 7.5 inch wrist and it's mostly warnings about how giant it is. I wonder what the average wrist size is, because it seems like every reviewer in the world has 6.5 in wrists. I can't shop for watches without being told how gigantic it is. Tried this on in person and it's perfectly balanced in every way.

[@marvinberwart]

I have the same "problem" but I definitly consider it an advantage, as the larger watches are definitly taking a dump on the second hand market, wich means good deals for us, larger wristed gentlemans.

[@driventomadness117]

Not sure why reviewers use wrist size. That's like measuring feet with literal feet. Some have round wrists, some have flat wrists. I have a very flat wrist despite being short - makes it easy to wear large lug to lug watches ;)

[@ghostxfairy]

Maybe you have larger than average wrists? Given that over half the comments here seem to be complaints about the size, I don't think his criticisms are unwarranted. Anyway, I'd say larger wrists are a good thing since you have greater choice in which watches you can wear without looking ridiculous.

[@Wootguy238]

@@driventomadness117 Same. I have 6.5" wrists but they are very flat.

[@BrendanSilent]

@@ghostxfairy it goes the other way for me. Nearly every watch is 38mm which is way too small. Cant count how many times I've had my heart broken by a 38mm.

[@johnmuthan286]

A very nice watch but way too long lug2lug and a bit too large, a shame cause it would have sold like candies if in 39mm or 40mm. :(

[@ravram5482]

I have a 6.5in wrist and own this one. Yes it's big, but to me that's the charm as it gives some presence and links to the film (which I enjoyed). Definitely a conversation piece especially talking about the morse code on the second hand.

[@MrPleers]

In the movie it was worn by a kid and a woman with slender wrist. There is no charm in overhanging lugs on a male wrist.

[@duvalpenny100]

@@MrPleers stop gate keeping. Let him enjoy the watch.

[@TechnoLawyer]

Teddy, I'd like to compliment you for your thorough honesty in these videos. (I mean, makes perfect sense, you don't want someone buying a watch from and and being unhappy). I like the Murph. Too bad about the size. My wrist is about the size of yours. 40mm is my usual max, 42mm is ok if the lugs are not greater than 50mm or so. Seiko divers bend physics and don't count. My largest non-seiko is a 42mm Mont Blanc 1858 chronograph. The lugs are right around 50-51. It's at the very extreme end of what I can wear, and it took a bunch of straps to find one that situates the watch in a way that I don't look like a kid wearing my dad's watch.

[@jasonking5560]

I have a 7 3/4in wrist and the 42mm looks great on my arm. Love this thing. I have had some other nice watches, but this one has become my favorite. I think I just like the simple, classic look that is has.

[@Angry_Gnome]

Just noticed an error in this video regarding the movement. The H-10 is the all metal C07.611, not the C07.111, which utilizes some plastic components.

[@trebm3]

As much as people mention how big the watch is the biggest problem I have with ownership of this watch is it's lack of AR coating, it's incredibly reflective in every environment you're in. I've had issues seeing the time in my living room at night. No idea why Hamilton didn't coat it with it's price point. Size is fine for anyone with a wrist bigger than 6 - 3/4. It really is beautiful. In 2022 you can find this watch for $750-780 easily. I don't regret my purchase at all.

[@rohangangan8327]

Hey Teddy, I Loved this watch in Interstellar movie. Can you do more watches that have been prominently shown in movies?? We would all love more content like this!! As always love watching your videos!!

[@TeddyBaldassarreReviews]

I have done some in the past but I can perhaps revisit it again! Thanks for watching!

[@LechonJames]

I second this! As a big fan of watches and even bigger fan of movies! 👌😁

[@grady60]

I love the size, anywhere between 39-43 is fine. Hamilton have really benefited from their use in Nolan's films.

[@chopinho65]

42mm is undeniably big, but it can still work. The downside of this is the enormous lug to lug - need to have a VERY big wrist to pull this off. I have a couple of larger Seiko’s but the lug to lug makes them wearable. Drop the lug to lug to under the magic 50mm and it would undoubtedly fit more people - mind a 40 to 41mm diameter would also be better...but not absolutely needed.

[@MrPleers]

The lugs are to blame. I have a Pan Europ (42mm as well). But I can wear it, as the lugs are very short.

[@toxicddevil007]

As someone with an 8.2inch wrist, this is perfect. I look forward to owning one someday

[@jordanbarriaespinoza9626]

Hey Teddy ! I’m your fan but you are missing something important: You mentioned that the hands don’t shine much, but you can charge them under the light of the son, if you light it for 5 minutes it will shine a lot. Note: this is my favorite watch of my collection, I love Hamilton ❤ Greetings!

[@TheDerisavi]

I love the film, I love the watch, as you mentioned its on the large side even on my 7.5" wrist, (dial diameter). But this watch is really beautiful, if anybody wants a smaller copy, look for Montblanc 1858 for approximately double the price! With no any connection to the film which is worthless.

[@thetruth495]

Ignore the naysayers - I have a 7.5" wrist and have watches up to 48mm and they are all fine. This is a great watch - Hamilton at its best.

[@DevilsR98958]

Loved the movie, love the watch. Went instore, they had it in stock. Great. Tried it on and was gutted. The 52mm lug width is huge on small wrists. It looked like I was wearing a satellite dish. I love Hamiltons, I'm wearing one now, but I have to wear a case size down from every other brand I own due to their nuts sized lug to lug. Really frustrating

[@jeremybuskov]

Made my first watch purchase from your website last week. I will definitely be a returning customer. Keep up the good work.

[@patrickfulmer9596]

I have an 8" wrist. I love my 42mm KFA.

[@robrockatansky5905]

Was moments from buying it when it came out, then saw the lug to lug... can’t.

[@MrPleers]

Same here.

[@InmoRealty]

They should make a smaller version, even 39mm. I believe it will sell very well

[@bn9983]

Yeah I was unaware Jessica Chastians wrist was the same size as the Rocks

[@MrPleers]

@@InmoRealty For sure. The size is the main single reason that I did not buy one.

[@antwon8902]

Just got this watch from your site and I do not regret it one bit. I love this watch so much no AR coating does suck but i dont mind it one bit and it fits just fine on my wrist.

[@rossduran9996]

I have been looking at this watch for a while and depending on pulling the trigger because i am interested in the other Hamilton in the film as well. I am glad you are covering it.

[@bradentraub]

The watch is a looker, but for almost double the price of a khaki field also with an 80 hour power reserve, 39mm case and

[@rrr2cats]

I have 37 watches, of various makes, and this is my favorite one.

[@stefv.w.1177]

This watch looks amazing! Certainly will be saving up for this one.

[@wesharris07]

I love it. My wife just got me this for Christmas. I needed the 42mm.

[@j.j.h.atemycereal]

I don't remember this watch from the film, but it's a stunner regardless.

[@Harmonica999]

This watch was the daughter's watch. You see it more when she is older.

[@b.sharp.]

They focus on it several times. It was a metaphor for how love transcends time or something like that

[@06pramodbhat]

This watch changed the course of the movie when Murph notices her dad's sending Morse code signals through the seconds hand of the phone... strange that you don't remember it..

[@j.j.h.atemycereal]

@@06pramodbhat I wasn’t into watches when I first saw the movie.

[@06pramodbhat]

@@j.j.h.atemycereal fair enough

[@brentl.vaneaton6901]

Timely,, just saw Interstellar a couple of days ago for the first time. Still not sure about the cosmic bookstore scene but overall interesting...nice watch, cheers...

[@duhvakiin3467]

I was really bummed out about this watch for coming in at 42mm because I was equally excited when they started hinting its release. The case and movement is basically what they have in Khaki King Auto so I don't get as to why they didn't release it in 40mm or under.

[@mrrobinson1975]

About time you feature a watch for us guys with wrist bigger than 7 1/2 inches! Love it! Still looking for the top 5 watches for big wrist guys video 😊👍

[@marenox.]

Is there any comparable models in a 36-38mm case?

[@duvalpenny100]

This is a home run for me since I have large wrists. Love it!

[@Dominus_Maximus]

I have a random question. Why not pull out the crown when storing the watch for a few days or long-term,? This way, you’re not letting the 80 hour reserve run down and parts aren’t moving… is that something that may be possible? Or should people not do that?

[@MrFelix002]

I love the style and size, I have a Tissot seastar it’s comfortable to wear

[@anthonystevens8683]

Great review Teddy. I saw Interstellar a few days ago and was blown away by the film, I love this watch, yes it's on the larger side but as the band drops right down from the lug this may not be such a big issue as some may think. The case size of 42 again on paper gives the impression of a larger watch but the black dial it actually may wear smaller. Once lock down rules are relaxed I suggest trying one on if you are unsure about the fit. I know I will be.

[@dustytriumph]

I love the look of this watch. Wish they also offered it in a smaller 38-39mm size.

[@Kbo513]

Well well. Looks like Hamilton listened. New Murph 38m has been announced

[@boris7540]

There is so much space around the movement. They must do this watch in smaller size!

[@desmobc]

This a fantastic watch. Yes it is on the larger side due to its lug to lug length but still wears nicely. This looks great on larger wrists. 7 inch plus

[@hispeed8500]

Too big for me otherwise I would find it alongside my Jazzmaster GMT and Khaki field auto (38mm). If they made it with a 40mm case and 46-47mm lug to lug, I'd already have an order confirmation email.

[@stevefox8605]

Love it, will get one this year-- love the size and wouldn't consider anything below 40mm and get fed up with many reviewers pushing for smaller sizes (I've got 7 1/2 " wrists & am over 50 so eyes ain't great) Cheers mate 👍🏻

[@mrrobinson1975]

Exactly! Love watches but have almost a 8inch wrist, so 40mm is the smallest I would even consider.

[@edteach3r]

I own the Murph and on my 7.50” wrist, it hugs the wrist. It is so versatile ... from casual to field watch to dress watch in a heartbeat. I agree with Teddy that Hamilton lume is not the best, but I feel that most reviews miss the point on luminosity ... check the watch in the early morning when it is still dark. If the hands are still visible, the lume is good enough.

[@ericpignatore5317]

Nice review. I own this watch and I love it. Yes it's a little big but it fits my 7.5 wrists comfortably with no issues. My only issue with it is I am not a big fan of the strap it came on. Been wanting to put it on something different (no, not a NATO...GAG) for a while just haven't gotten around to it. For anyone considering I recommend you get it. You won't be disappointed.

[@NPrez-cv4jn]

Man those extra long lugs are so unnecessary. A fault that many Hamilton’s have

[@statrosa]

I agree! I’ve bought the watch couple of months ago and that it the biggest con. But still it is a gorgeous watch...

[@maurizioarrivabene8182]

Its not a fault. Its a designfeature

[@NPrez-cv4jn]

@@maurizioarrivabene8182 a bad one.

[@maurizioarrivabene8182]

@@NPrez-cv4jn thats your opinion. I think sale numbers speak a different language. Its called taste.

[@NPrez-cv4jn]

@@maurizioarrivabene8182 excessively long lugs good taste? I don’t think so. The long lugs make it objectively less wearable for the average wrist. There are dozens of properly proportioned watches out there. This watch is very good looking, which is why it’s unfortunate the design choice for the lugs. I

[@retogugerli7368]

What do you think about the lack of AR coating? Even under studio lighting conditions, the flecto seems ever present...

[@RedwoodAggie]

52 is probably the max I can wear on my 7.25" wrist. I have a few watches that are 51mm, and it's close, but at least they don't go quite to the edges. The price on these stings a little bit, but it's not terrible. One thing I have noticed is that the faux aged lume look tends not to be as bright as regular lume. There may be exceptions. Just something I noticed. That being said, this isn't a dive watch. I imagine most people will be using it if they're transitioning into/out of a dark area or in a car at night where it should be bright enough to see. It's a nice watch, and I'm glad they came out with it. I'm personally more attracted to the "Murph" Khaki Aviation model from Interstellar. It's on my short list for watch purchases this year.

[@dimitrioskountouris1538]

I just bought the classic khaki field a few weeks ago...I was considering the murph since I find its dial more beautiful and its style more dressy and serious but its almost double the price so I am happy with my purchase since it has been in my wishlist for 4 years!Maybe someday I will upgrade to murph!!

[@chazfromtheburg]

One of my favorite movies and one of my favorite watches. Another great video, Teddy. Well done!

[@XHobbiesPrime]

So beautiful and clean. I was surprised it took so long for them to release it.

[@recoveringknowitall1534]

Teddy, just bought the pilot day date as a splurge. Love it. Next up will be the 42mm Murphy. Just gotta convince the wife. Lol

[@FrankLavoy]

Very sleek design and great subtle tribute to “Interstellar”. Bravo 👏🏼🙂 Thanks for sharing.

[@crespohuerta]

I own this watch, my favorite movie is interestellar, but yeah, it is quite large, I dont wear it as much as I would like, I keep it Just for the movie

[@jgsheehan8810]

That’s a nice looking watch. It’d be even better as a handwind imo, like the field mechanical. I like the clear dial and no date combination. But automatic wouldn’t stop me or anyone else I guess, so I see why it’s auto.

[@SeraphimMJM]

The Murph is an auto but you can also handwind it. I love that feature.

[@lazarolopezortiz8289]

Hello Teddy, do you also have in your web the other Hamilton model in the film Interstellar, the Khaki Pilot Day Date? I was not able to find it. Thank you!

[@zahirhussain8280]

I recently bought a murph watch but the crystal looks hazy as I feel there is no AR on the crystal, right?

[@albertomunoz7620]

I think Hamilton really dropped the ball by not using an AR coating on this masterpiece. More often than not I find myself maneuvering my wrist to see the time.

[@sapien213]

Teddy, kindly do a review on Hamilton khaki Automatic with Crown Guard.

[@riseuplight]

Looks perfect on the 7.1in. wrist for me

[@gregpidgeon1167]

I've been looking at the murph but the price? Nearly double a karki king!! with not anything extra?

[@angelcruzmejia2587]

May be another option for a every day watch for medium size wrist

[@Omar-zd5dq]

This would be a cool gift for a daughter graduating high school/college. Also - you used ‘catherdral’ as an adjective which is interesting because Nolan/Hans Zimmer used organs for much of the soundtrack to add a sense of spirituality to the movie. I wonder if that detail in this watch was intentional.

[@06pramodbhat]

A girl wearing 42mm dial with 52mm lug to lug!?

[@atarool]

Thanks for making this video i love my murph watch

[@ShortcutReviews]

love the cathedral hour hand

[@dougjamieson2001]

I just watched insterstellar lastnight and had to pause to take a look at that beautiful watch

[@chillerhr3804]

@Teddy Baldassarre Teddy is there a genuine OEM deployment clasp that could be installed here?

[@abhisheksanyal1324]

Hi Teddy, do you carry metal bracelets with curved links compatible with the Hamilton watches?

[@welshcarlos]

Had to change the strap. Plain black leather. Good watch.

[@dacdoan7014]

Teddy, do you think that Hamilton will release different sizes of the Murph in the near future?

[@wristschatz1454]

I tried on this baby at my local mall and the lug to lug was insane.

[@altamashkhateeb6824]

Great Review Any chance of a review on the Tenet Watch made by Hamilton ??

[@jpunieves]

any recommendations that has almost/comparable dial like murph? im looking for a watch that shows the full 1-12 numerals but with screwdown crown just to be safe. im looking at nodus sector field/pilot but they are 38mm.

[@eddiehe7454]

Man I love the movie, I think 40mm would've been ideal. I may still get it though, the Morse code on the second hand is a nice touch.

[@michaelriera6277]

Such a sharp looking watch. Unfortunately too big for my scrawny 6.5 wrist and girly hands. Would be great on the right wrist.

[@viperracing2889]

I get a security warning when I follow the link in the description. It says the connection isn't secure and that someone is trying to steal my card details?

[@tonyl7000]

Isn't this a Type-A flieger and the other Interstellar watch a Type-B flieger? If so, 42mm makes sense, but a 39-40mm would fit me pretty well.

[@Keithphotorama]

Just curious, I have the Khaki Mechanical that fully wound up there is a noticeable tension. With the Murph’s auto movement does it have similar full wound up tension?

[@dylancurrier7363]

I own this watch and love it! I wear it everyday and don’t have any complaints.

[@alfredoperez7022]

That lug to lug is so absurd, considering that spring bars are allocated that close to the case.

[@inglando]

My big wrist needs at least 41mm , so I'm happy with the Murph being 42mm.

[@david1235102]

I was really looking at this to be my first watch but my wrist is 6.7". Could I get away with it or look for something smaller?

[@ghostxfairy]

If the watch was smaller, I'd buy it despite the high price for a Hamilton Khaki Field.

[@jacksonk7566]

Teddy now you gotta review the other interstellar watch, the Khaki Pilot Day Date!

[@ritesideofthefence5857]

Is this really 400.00 more watch than a khaki field auto ? I am looking at getting my first Hamilton and am wondering where the extra value is on this one.

[@MlleVB]

Can i change the strap to stainless folding?

[@Tdr-jv2nc]

Please do one on Certinas new 38 dive watches they look amazing

[@levedia]

41mm would of been perfect for me. However i would still buy it. Really nice for a simple looking watch.

[@ahson6249]

Hi Teddy, I discovered your channel last fall after I got re-introduced to mechanical watches. I have an odd question, how much is too much to pay for a watch running a ETA 28XX or Seiko NHXX/4RXX movements? With luxury brands, you tend to get an in house movement but there are watches that range from $100 to $2000 that use the work horse ETA/Sellita, Miyota, or Seiko 7SXX/4RXX movements. I guess my real question is, where is the REAL value in a watch... the movement or the fit/finish? I have nothing against any of these movements, my watch box is full of Bambinos, Seiko 5s, Islanders, a couple of ETAs and a few Soviet era Vostoks. Thanks for the great content, and for keeping me company during this pandemic. Take care and stay safe. Ahson

[@crazy-88s]

Is this a new version or the one that's been out for 18 months or so?

[@chrissy.v]

Dear Teddy, Kinda off topic but for someone who is also a Nomos fan, why is there no Playlist for it yet on you channel?

[@cowboyswami2017]

Definitely like that hammy. Great size for my wrist but Im not a fan of the price

[@mrwhatevah6095]

on 38 - 39mm, this is sharp yet sweet 😊

[@RonSteele66]

so mine 42 has the swiss made on it?

[@rfern263]

I like Hamilton, but the really need to get away from the 42mm, 52mm L2L cases. They are too big. Also, I like the fact that the Murph has 100 m water resistance, but many Hamilton “field watches“ have very poor water resistance. If you call something a field watch these days it really should have decent WR.

[@mylesgalos6465]

Still no ARC

[@gregormacqueen390]

Perfect size to me.

[@duvalpenny100]

Good size for me. Hope they continue to make watches that fit me. There are already tons of 38mm Hamiltons available for you.

[@rfern263]

@@duvalpenny100 If by tons you mean three or four… yeah ok.

[@duvalpenny100]

@@rfern263 just take a quick trip to their website and look up their field watches. Much more than 4. But it doesn't support your narrative so you won't do it.

[@uesugikaru]

But why the 52mm lug to lug. We need goldilocks dimensions

[@hbjjcompetitions8918]

Is the Ginger Chewbacca wearing it?

[@yellowsubmarine6554]

I like it but it's too big for my wrist...are there any other similar pieces like this one?

[@marvinberwart]

Yes there is, many. It just depends on your budget but this watch basically uses the traditionnal flieger aesthetics so Iwc pilot mark would be my first recommandation...in a slightly smaller format.

[@Andrew.W75]

You could try the 38mm Khaki Field automatic, very similar case aesthetic & the hands & dial aren't that different either.

[@jschoenzy9416]

Seiko just came out with new Alpinist watches that are similar with cathedral hands. Less than 40mm. Worth a look.

[@MrPleers]

yes. The Khaki Pioneer looks almost the same (Except for a coin edge bezel and onion crown). And the size is the same as that of a Khaki Field automatic. But they are hard to find nowadays.

[@beermathuang3874]

Why does Hamilton keep making their cases with above 50mm lug to lug?! :((

[@ilmostro16]

Because the bean counters have taken the company over, and they just keep using a common case across many models to save some money, design be damned. It’s a shame.

[@beermathuang3874]

@@ilmostro16 it's a damn shame :((

[@4120306]

Because they generate profit.