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Archimede Watches Pilot 39vsHamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono

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Archimede Watches Pilot 39

Archimede Watches Pilot 39 owners praise its clean design, craftsmanship, and value, with the 39mm case size noted as suitable for smaller wrists. One owner reported a unit stopped keeping time within months and experienced poor customer service regarding warranty. Accuracy varies, with one owner noting +10 seconds per day, while another prefers the utilitarian look of the flat crystal and the patina potential of bronze on the 39H Bronze variant. Overall, owners rate the Archimede Watches Pilot 39 highly for its unpretentious pilot watch design and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The 39mm case size is a key strength, offering ideal proportions for a daily wear flieger. Sharpness on the bracelet link corners is a comfort trade-off. Reviewers agree on the value proposition compared to competitors.

Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono for its impressive craftsmanship, details, and overall finish, noting sharp edges on the mixed brushed and polished lugs that give it a premium look and a refined yet bold presence. The watch offers an improved 60-hour power reserve and increased precision. However, its pushers are noted as being chunky. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono highly for its premium finishing and refined presence on the wrist.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pilot 3939mm
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono42mm
Power Reserve
Pilot 39
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono
Water Resistance
Pilot 39100m
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono50m
MSRP
Pilot 39$924
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono$2,225

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
11.4mm
14.75mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
Hamilton H-21
Power Reserve
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$924
$2,225
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