Hamilton American Classic Boulton Small Second Quartz MvsKnot Watches SQ-32SV

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Hamilton American Classic Boulton Small Second Quartz M at true scale

American Classic Boulton Small Second Quartz M

Knot Watches SQ-32SV at true scale

SQ-32SV

Diameter

24mm

32mm

Thickness

8.6mm

6mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

highest

30m

MSRP

$795

$152

lowest

Movement

Hamilton 980.163

Miyota 1L45

Case

5 specs
Diameter
24mm
32mm
Thickness
8.64mm
6mm
Lug Width
16mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Navy

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Hamilton 980.163
Miyota 1L45

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$795
$152
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Hamilton American Classic Boulton Small Second Quartz M

The Hamilton American Classic Boulton Small Second Quartz M is widely praised for its attractive vintage design and timeless appeal, with owners calling it a stunning and underrated dress watch. Some owners find its gold tone less convincing than solid-gold alternatives, and one owner expressed a preference for the watch to lack a seconds hand or have a central one that does not obscure the VI numeral. The quartz movement is noted for its durability against shocks, smooth winding, hacking seconds, and easy syncing. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton American Classic Boulton Small Second Quartz M highly for its classic Art Deco design and value.

Knot Watches SQ-32SV

Owners widely praise the Knot Watches Knot SQ-32SV for its great looks, light weight, and sleek design, with some finding it a versatile watch suitable for both casual and formal occasions. The watch is noted for its nice quality and finishing for an attractive price, resembling Orion/Tetra designs and featuring a sapphire crystal. One owner found the lugs to be a bit thick, suggesting this design choice compromises the watch's proportions, while another considered the engraving a waste of money and the strap hardware squeaky and the wrong color. Overall, owners rate the Knot Watches Knot SQ-32SV highly for its satisfying purchase experience and impressive build quality at its price point.