Alexander Shorokhoff Emotio DuevsHamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto

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Measurements
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Emotio Due

American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto
Diameter
42mm
42mm
Thickness
10.6mm
lowest
11.4mm
Water Resistance
50m
50m
Power Reserve
42h
80h
highest
MSRP
$2,176
$1,195
lowest
Movement
STP12
Hamilton H-10
Case
2 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Alexander Shorokhoff Emotio Due's 42mm size as perfect and its design as demanding frequent attention. The brand offers an independent, high-horology feel at an accessible price point, with enthusiasts appreciating the people behind the brand. Accuracy varies, with some owners noting deviations between +5-7 seconds/day and others around -15 seconds/day. Overall, owners rate the Alexander Shorokhoff Emotio Due highly for its unique design and independent brand appeal.
Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto for its elegant design, quality finishing, and refined yet bold presence, with multiple sources highlighting its attractive, simple, and classical dial layout featuring applied indices. Some owners find the 42mm case size and 12mm thickness ideal for wearability, while others note the bracelet hinders wearability and the watch's dressier style limits versatility. The H-10 automatic movement is noted for its 80-hour power reserve, though one owner reported accuracy of +10 seconds per day. Legibility can be an issue due to thin hands on a reflective dial, and the laser-engraved quote on the leather strap is a point of contention for some. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto a stylish and affordable watch offering excellent value for its craftsmanship.
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