Beijing Watches Red Star Chinese Zodiac 42mmvsHamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto

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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.

Beijing Watches Red Star Chinese Zodiac 42mm at true scale

Red Star Chinese Zodiac 42mm

Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto at true scale

American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto

Diameter

42mm

42mm

Thickness

11.7mm

11.4mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

40h

80h

highest

MSRP

$549

lowest

$1,195

Movement

Automatic

Hamilton H-10

Case

2 specs
Thickness
11.7mm
11.4mm
Lug Width
n/a
22mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Hamilton H-10
Power Reserve
40h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$549
$1,195
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Reviews

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Beijing Watches Red Star Chinese Zodiac 42mm

The Beijing Watches Red Star Chinese Zodiac Watch 42mm is praised for its excellent case and dial finishing, with one owner noting a slick winding action. The 42mm case is considered comfortable for an 8-inch wrist, and its design is described as very nice. Some owners find the long lugs versatile, while the watch is considered more delicate and of better quality than Sea-Gull watches. The price is considered not cheap at $900, though another source notes a similar model is available for under $100 with a hand-wound movement. Overall, owners rate the Beijing Watches Red Star Chinese Zodiac Watch 42mm highly for its design and finishing at its price point.

Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto for its elegant design, quality finishing, and refined yet bold presence, with multiple sources highlighting its attractive, simple, and classical dial layout featuring applied indices. Some owners find the 42mm case size and 12mm thickness ideal for wearability, while others note the bracelet hinders wearability and the watch's dressier style limits versatility. The H-10 automatic movement is noted for its 80-hour power reserve, though one owner reported accuracy of +10 seconds per day. Legibility can be an issue due to thin hands on a reflective dial, and the laser-engraved quote on the leather strap is a point of contention for some. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto a stylish and affordable watch offering excellent value for its craftsmanship.

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