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Venezianico Arsenale 37vsHamilton American Classic Valiant Auto

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What people say

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Venezianico Arsenale 37

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Venezianico Arsenale 37 for its superb execution and value, highlighting its thin 8.95mm case and excellent finishing for its sub-$1000 price. The dynamic dial, featuring Côtes de Genève, is noted as a positive design element. Some owners desire a smaller diameter and half links for the bracelet, and the strap-changing mechanism is described as difficult. One reviewer points out the lack of lume and visible screws fastening the bracelet, while another notes the seconds hand can become invisible under certain lighting conditions. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Venezianico Arsenale 37 highly for its impressive finishing and thin case at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's compact 37mm case is a notable strength, fitting almost every wrist perfectly. A weakness is the somewhat lacking lume brightness, which may be a drawback for some users. Reviewers disagree on the lug-to-lug length, with some finding it too short and others not mentioning it as an issue.

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

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arsenale 3737mm
American Classic Valiant Auto34mm
Power Reserve
Arsenale 37
American Classic Valiant Auto80h
Water Resistance
Arsenale 3750m
American Classic Valiant Auto50m
MSRP
Arsenale 37$985
American Classic Valiant Auto$645

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
37mm
34mm
Thickness
9mm
10.58mm
Lug-to-Lug
41.1mm
0mm
Lug Width
0mm
16mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Silver
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Hamilton H-10
Power Reserve
0h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$985
$645
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