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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsHamilton American Classic Valiant Auto

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Vanguard Weathered
Gruppo GammaVanguard Weathered
MSRP $790
American Classic Valiant Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic Valiant Auto
MSRP $645

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vanguard Weathered42mm
American Classic Valiant Auto34mm
Power Reserve
Vanguard Weathered42h
American Classic Valiant Auto80h
Water Resistance
Vanguard Weathered100m
American Classic Valiant Auto50m
MSRP
Vanguard Weathered$790
American Classic Valiant Auto$645

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
42mm
34mm
Thickness
12.6mm
10.58mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
16mm
Finish
Weathered
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
H-10
Power Reserve
42h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$790
$645

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What people say

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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Weathered

The satin-finished steel case is well-executed and aesthetically pleasing. The watch's lumières de nuit are not particularly bright, which might be a drawback for some users. Reviewers disagree on the watch's originality, with one reviewer finding it pleasing in-person and another describing it as decidedly derivative.

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.

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