Side by side

Sinn 1736 St I 4NvsHamilton American Classic Valiant Auto

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

1736 St I 4N
Sinn1736 St I 4N
MSRP $2,030
American Classic Valiant Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic Valiant Auto
MSRP $645
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Sinn 1736 St I 4N

Owners widely praise the Sinn 1736 St I 4N for its elegant silver and gold combination, minimalistic design, and smooth winding action. The watch is noted for its versatility, suitable for both dress and casual wear, with a 100m water resistance rating. Accuracy is reported as excellent, with one owner observing no time deviation over six weeks. Some owners miss a second hand and find the stock strap uncomfortable, while others note the 36mm size can wear larger than expected due to its flat profile. The community is split on the price, with some hesitant to purchase without trying it on first. Overall, owners rate the Sinn 1736 St I 4N highly for its sophisticated design and reliable timekeeping at the price.

Hamilton American Classic Valiant Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Valiant Auto for its classic design elements, such as the sunburst dial and Roman numerals, noting its suitability for everyday elegance and wearability under a cuff. One owner highlights the 39.5mm size and applied indices as a "hidden gem," while another appreciates the clean, simple design with thin Roman numerals. The watch is also commended for its comfortable bracelet and attractive lance hands, with confirmation that the bracelet is indeed changeable. Some owners note the date window's placement at three o'clock is a point of contention, and one owner reports the watch runs at approximately +6 seconds per day after ten years of intermittent use. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton American Classic Valiant Auto highly for its elegant, classic design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1736 St I 4N36mm
American Classic Valiant Auto34mm
Power Reserve
1736 St I 4N42h
American Classic Valiant Auto80h
Water Resistance
1736 St I 4N100m
American Classic Valiant Auto50m
MSRP
1736 St I 4N$2,030
American Classic Valiant Auto$645

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Tool
Dress
Diameter
36mm
34mm
Thickness
9mm
10.58mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
19mm
16mm
Finish
polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ETA 2892-A2
H-10
Power Reserve
42h
80h
Jewels
21
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,030
$645
Keep exploring

More watches worth a look

Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price — microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.

Follow this matchup

Get a note when Sinn 1736 St I 4N vs Hamilton American Classic Valiant Auto gets more votes, a community discussion, or a price drop. No account needed.

Adjacent matchups

People also compared

Comparisons nearby in the catalog — alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.