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Hamilton American Classic Boulton QuartzvsVaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

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American Classic Boulton Quartz
HamiltonAmerican Classic Boulton Quartz
MSRP $845
DS2 Meridian Quartz
VaerDS2 Meridian Quartz
MSRP $239

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Boulton Quartz27mm
DS2 Meridian Quartz39mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Boulton Quartz40h
DS2 Meridian Quartz40h
Water Resistance
American Classic Boulton Quartz30m
DS2 Meridian Quartz150m
MSRP
American Classic Boulton Quartz$845
DS2 Meridian Quartz$239

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
27mm
39mm
Thickness
7.8mm
10.4mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
White
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
980.163

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$845
$239

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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.

Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

The Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz is lauded for its wearability, with reviewers and owners consistently praising its 39mm case size as a perfect fit, noting its thinness at 10.4mm. The watch features a satisfying 120-click coin-edge bezel with minimal back play and comes with two straps for $239, powered by a Miyota GM12 quartz movement offering a three-year battery life. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz highly for its comfortable wearability and accessible price point.

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