Archimede Watches Klassik ChronographvsHamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Archimede Watches Klassik Chronograph at true scale

Klassik Chronograph

Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono at true scale

American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono

Diameter

42mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

51mm

n/a

Thickness

13.6mm

lowest

14.4mm

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

60h

MSRP

$2,276

lowest

$2,645

Movement

Valjoux 7750

Hamilton H-31

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
13.6mm
14.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
n/a
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
White

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Valjoux 7750
Hamilton H-31
Power Reserve
n/a
60h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,276
$2,645
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Reviews

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

Archimede Watches Klassik Chronograph

Archimede Watches Klassik Chronograph owners praise its uncluttered dial for excellent contrast and readability, and the hardened case for durability and comfortable wear. The watch is noted for its simple elegance, with blue hands and strap complementing each other well for casual and less formal occasions. One owner highlights the quality of the watch, mentioning it is a manual-wind conversion of a Valjoux 7753 to manage thickness. The textured dial and blued hands are also appreciated, as is the date window placement at the 6 o'clock position. The Archimede Klassik Chronograph is considered a fantastic GADA watch for its price, offering great quality and service from the family-owned company. On balance, owners rate the Archimede Watches Klassik Chronograph highly for its elegant design and perceived quality at its price point.

Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono for its attractive panda dial, retro design, and value, with many noting its historical significance and ability to garner compliments. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its clean, athletic aesthetic and vintage charm, with some finding it wears well and fits comfortably under dress shirts, even on smaller wrists. However, multiple sources flag its substantial thickness, ranging from 14.35mm to 14.7mm, and one owner noted the H-31 movement's rotor felt unusually spinny and the date-set button recessed. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +8 seconds per day and another +3 seconds per day. The included leather strap is frequently described as showing creasing easily or being merely utilitarian, leading some owners to explore aftermarket bracelet options.

From video reviewers

The panda dial's contrasting subdials are a notable strength. The bracelet clasp is considered less refined than the rest of the watch.