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Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2vsHamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto

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Sea Ranger M2
Astor + BanksSea Ranger M2
MSRP $1,149
American Classic RailRoad Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic RailRoad Auto
MSRP $1,295

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Sea Ranger M240mm
American Classic RailRoad Auto32mm
Power Reserve
Sea Ranger M240h
American Classic RailRoad Auto43h
Water Resistance
Sea Ranger M2300m
American Classic RailRoad Auto50m
MSRP
Sea Ranger M2$1,149
American Classic RailRoad Auto$1,295

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
32mm
Thickness
12.5mm
11.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
16mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Tobacco
Beige

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G100
ETA 2681
Power Reserve
40h
43h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,149
$1,295

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What people say

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Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2

The Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2 is widely praised for its balanced design, excellent legibility, and strong GADA (go-anywhere, do-anything) capabilities, featuring 300m water resistance and a scratch-resistant coating. Reviewers note its comfortable 40mm case size and good lume, though one source describes it as good but not great. The movement is a Sellita SW200 adjusted by the brand, with accuracy reported around ±8 seconds per day. The pre-order price is $650, with a standard price of $850. On balance, reviewers find the Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2 to be a compelling option due to its functional design and robust specifications.

Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto as a versatile everyday watch, noting its stellar appearance on bracelet or strap and the desirable H-10 movement providing an 80-hour power reserve. The 40mm case, measuring 11.35mm thick with slightly turned-down lugs, contributes to a thinner perceived profile. It is offered for $430 shipped and includes a travel pouch.

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