Breitling Top Time DeusvsHamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Chronograph H

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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.

Breitling Top Time Deus at true scale

Top Time Deus

Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Chronograph H at true scale

American Classic Intra-Matic Chronograph H

Diameter

41mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

51.5mm

49mm

lowest

Thickness

14.3mm

lowest

14.3mm

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

48h

60h

highest

MSRP

$5,750

$2,495

lowest

Movement

Breitling 23

Hamilton H-51

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
14.27mm
14.35mm
Lug-to-Lug
51.5mm
49mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Finish
Stainless steel
n/a
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
White

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Breitling 23
Hamilton H-51
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
48h
60h
Jewels
27
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,750
$2,495
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Breitling Top Time Deus

Owners widely praise the Breitling Top Time Deus for its striking dial colors and unique styling, with many finding the watch more gorgeous in person than in photos. The finishing is described as amazing, and the padded, supple leather strap is considered a standout, unlike typical replica straps. Some owners appreciate the automatic movement, avoiding the need for hand-winding, and note the limited production as a potential value preserver. However, the Breitling Top Time Deus is considered overpriced by some, and its long lugs are a drawback for certain wearers. One owner reported the watch lost its front case and glass after a fall, with a missing bezel proving difficult to source. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Breitling Top Time Deus highly for its eye-catching design and quality finishing, making it a desirable piece despite its price point.

Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Chronograph H

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Chronograph H for its attractive vintage-inspired design, clean dial, and satisfying manual-wind H-51 movement. The 40mm case size is frequently highlighted as a positive, contributing to comfortable wearability. Some owners note the watch consistently receives compliments and appreciate its historical significance and value. The watch's timekeeping is generally good, with one reviewer noting +3 seconds per day and a 60-hour power reserve. However, the 14.35mm thickness is noted by several sources as being on the thicker side for a hand-wound chronograph, though it is still considered to wear well. One owner found the date setting unusual and the rotor audible. There is also a mention of some owners wishing for a three-subdial version and criticism of the OEM strap being utilitarian.

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