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Farer Discovery IIvsHamilton American Classic Day Date Auto

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Farer Discovery II

The Farer Discovery II is widely praised for its comfortable 39.5mm wearability, suiting all wrist sizes and occasions, and its bold plum sunburst dial, which exhibits varied color interpretations. Owners also highlight the excellent case and bracelet design, with one noting it is a "dream to wear." The La Joux Perret G101 automatic movement provides a 68-hour power reserve. On balance, owners rate the Farer Discovery II highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive dial at the price.

Hamilton American Classic Day Date Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Day Date Auto for its legible dial, well-integrated day-date complication, and vintage military aesthetic. The 40mm to 42mm case is noted to wear smaller than its dimensions suggest, and the complication is considered well-executed for its price point. However, the lume is criticized for poor intensity and longevity, and the mirror-polished bezel is flagged as a scratch magnet. The stock leather strap is also described as stiff. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton American Classic Day Date Auto highly for its attractive vintage styling and functional day-date complication at an accessible price.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Discovery II39.5mm
American Classic Day Date Auto42mm
Power Reserve
Discovery II68h
American Classic Day Date Auto80h
Water Resistance
Discovery II50m
American Classic Day Date Auto50m
MSRP
Discovery II$925
American Classic Day Date Auto$1,245

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
42mm
Thickness
10.8mm
11.55mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Purple
Grey

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
H-30
Power Reserve
68h
80h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$1,245
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