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Hamilton American Classic Boulton QuartzvsGrand Seiko STGF359

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American Classic Boulton Quartz
HamiltonAmerican Classic Boulton Quartz
MSRP $845
STGF359
Grand SeikoSTGF359
MSRP $2,600

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Boulton Quartz27mm
STGF35928.9mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Boulton Quartz40h
STGF35940h
Water Resistance
American Classic Boulton Quartz30m
STGF359100m
MSRP
American Classic Boulton Quartz$845
STGF359$2,600

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
27mm
28.9mm
Thickness
7.8mm
8.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
35.4mm
Lug Width
18mm
14mm
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
4J52

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$845
$2,600

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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 STGF359

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko STGF359 for its elegant pairing with an engagement ring. Some owners find the 29mm case size too small for a man's wrist, while others suggest it can be worn by men with smaller wrists, recommending an in-person try-on. One owner notes potential date wheel misalignment requiring servicing. The bracelet has a maximum perimeter of 185mm, with extra links available. On balance, owners value the Grand Seiko STGF359 for its elegant aesthetic, though its small size is a point of consideration.

From video reviewers

The Grand Seiko STGF359 features a 9F quartz movement with exceptional accuracy, deviating by only +/−10 seconds per year. A drawback of the watch is its 40mm case size, which may be a concern for those with smaller wrists. Reviewers disagree on the type of movement, with one praising the 9F quartz and the other highlighting the spring drive movement.

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