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Hamilton American Classic Boulton QuartzvsGrand Seiko SBGP009

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American Classic Boulton Quartz
HamiltonAmerican Classic Boulton Quartz
MSRP $845
SBGP009
Grand SeikoSBGP009
MSRP $3,100

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Boulton Quartz27mm
SBGP00940mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Boulton Quartz40h
SBGP00940h
Water Resistance
American Classic Boulton Quartz30m
SBGP009100m
MSRP
American Classic Boulton Quartz$845
SBGP009$3,100

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
27mm
40mm
Thickness
7.8mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
980.163
9F85

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$845
$3,100

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What people say

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Hamilton American Classic Boulton Quartz

Owners praise the Hamilton American Classic Boulton Quartz for its classy, formal aesthetic, historical inspiration, and Art Deco design, noting its sinuous case hugs the wrist and contributes to a premium feel. Some find its small and thin size perfect, with one owner highlighting the 27mm x 32mm dimensions. The blue OEM strap was considered low quality, prompting an immediate swap. The retail price of $695 is considered worthwhile for the design and reliable movement by some, while others find it expensive for a quartz watch. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton American Classic Boulton Quartz highly for its heritage styling and elegant design at its price point.

Grand Seiko SBGP009

Grand Seiko SBGP009 owners note its "normal quartz" movement, and one owner criticizes the bracelet for lacking a taper. One owner cites a 40-year-old Seiko quartz watch that has only required battery changes as evidence of the reliability of Grand Seiko's quartz movements. On balance, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGP009 for its perceived long-term reliability.

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