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Hamilton American Classic Ardmore QuartzvsOrient Bambino Solar Quartz

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Hamilton American Classic Ardmore Quartz

Owners widely appreciate the Hamilton American Classic Ardmore Quartz for its appealing rectangular design, particularly on smaller wrists. One owner loves the Registered Edition's design, noting minor wear from storage. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting a loss of 10-11 seconds per week after service, while another notes a gain of about 10 seconds a week, both considered within acceptable limits for a non-chronometer certified watch. Overall, owners value the Hamilton American Classic Ardmore Quartz for its attractive design and suitability for smaller wrists.

Orient Bambino Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz for its nice finishing and value, with one owner noting it was worth the $220 spent. However, reviewers consistently flag the mineral crystal as a significant drawback, prone to scratches and abrasions. One owner reports the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz wears thinner due to its lighter movement and less robust construction. Overall, owners rate the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz highly for its finishing and value, despite the mineral crystal's susceptibility to scratches.

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Ardmore Quartz19mm
Bambino Solar Quartz38.4mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Ardmore Quartz40h
Bambino Solar Quartz40h
Water Resistance
American Classic Ardmore Quartz30m
Bambino Solar Quartz30m
MSRP
American Classic Ardmore Quartz$625
Bambino Solar Quartz$265

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
19mm
38.4mm
Thickness
6.9mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
43.5mm
Lug Width
14mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Silver
White

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
980.163
VS213
Type
Quartz
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$625
$265
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