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Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMTvsHamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto

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Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT

Owners widely appreciate the Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT for its historical significance and homage to the 1953 original. However, one owner notes criticism regarding the main hour hand being a 12-hour hand on a 24-hour dial, which hinders its intended use and compromises the bezel's functionality, leading to a return. On balance, owners value the Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT for its historical connection, though a functional critique exists regarding its hour hand implementation.

Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto for its classical design, quality finishing, and refined presence, with its silver sunburst dial and rose gold accents frequently highlighted as beautiful. The H-10 movement offers an 80-hour power reserve, and some find the 42mm case size and 12mm thickness ideal for wearability. However, legibility can be an issue due to thin hands on the reflective dial, and the laser-engraved quote on the strap is a common point of contention, with some finding it detracts from the strap's appearance. Concerns are also raised about its limited versatility for everyday wear due to its dressier style, low water resistance, and lack of crown guards. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto highly for its attractive design and value for money, particularly its movement and finishing.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT40mm
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto42mm
Power Reserve
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT48h
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto80h
Water Resistance
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT30m
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto50m
MSRP
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT$2,900
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto$1,195

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12.25mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Finish
Water Resistance
30m
50m
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Dial Color
White
Blue
Indices
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
H-10
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
48h
80h
Jewels
25
0
Complications
GMT, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,900
$1,195
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