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Hamilton American Classic Ardmore QuartzvsSeiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies)

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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.

Seiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies)

Owners widely praise the Seiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies) for its attractive, Grand Seiko-inspired case design and comfortable, lightweight wearability. Some owners highlight its value, noting an attractive grey market price around $170. Concerns have been raised regarding timekeeping accuracy, and one owner suggested the stock Hardlex crystal could be improved with sapphire. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies) highly for its attractive design and comfortable wearability at an affordable price.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Ardmore Quartz19mm
Essentials Quartz (Ladies)29.8mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Ardmore Quartz
Essentials Quartz (Ladies)
Water Resistance
American Classic Ardmore Quartz30m
Essentials Quartz (Ladies)100m
MSRP
American Classic Ardmore Quartz$625
Essentials Quartz (Ladies)$240

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
19mm
29.8mm
Thickness
6.9mm
8.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
37mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Silver
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
980.163
6N22

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$625
$240
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