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Hamilton American Classic Ardmore SmallvsPhoibos Argo Bronze

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American Classic Ardmore Small
HamiltonAmerican Classic Ardmore Small
MSRP $625
Argo Bronze
PhoibosArgo Bronze
MSRP $499

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Ardmore Small19mm
Argo Bronze40.5mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Ardmore Small40h
Argo Bronze40h
Water Resistance
American Classic Ardmore Small30m
Argo Bronze200m
MSRP
American Classic Ardmore Small$625
Argo Bronze$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
19mm
40.5mm
Thickness
6.9mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Lug Width
14mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Silver
Green
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
980.163
Miyota 9015
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$625
$499

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What people say

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Hamilton American Classic Ardmore Small

The Hamilton American Classic Ardmore Small is a quartz watch, and owners report accuracy variations from losing 10-11 seconds per week to gaining 10 seconds per week, which is considered within an acceptable range. While typically a women's model, owners find it wearable on smaller wrists with compatible strap options available online. One owner notes the manual wind is sensitive and the crown is slightly crooked. The modern Ardmore is not waterproof. Overall, owners appreciate the Hamilton American Classic Ardmore Small for its vintage aesthetic and wearability on smaller wrists.

Phoibos Argo Bronze

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Argo Bronze for its appealing design, natural patina development, and the smooth sweep of its Miyota 9015 movement. One owner highlights the watch as a "wearable piece of art," appreciating its color combinations and overall feel. The included band is noted as a good fit for narrow wrists. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Argo Bronze highly for its aesthetic appeal and the quality of its movement.

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