Hamilton Ventura S QuartzvsMaen Manhattan 40
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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.
Ventura S Quartz
Manhattan 40
Diameter
24mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
n/a
Thickness
7.8mm
n/a
Water Resistance
50m
100m
highest
MSRP
$1,075
$799
lowest
Movement
F03.105
Automatic
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Hamilton Ventura S Quartz is widely praised for its distinctive and awesome design, often cited as a rare non-tool/non-diver consideration. Some owners find it a perfect funky companion. One owner notes the watch's design is awesome, but wishes Hamilton had made it more upscale in terms of construction and build. Accuracy is reported as dead accurate after two months, which is not unusual for a quartz watch. On balance, owners appreciate the Hamilton Ventura S Quartz for its unique design, though some desire a more upscale construction.
Owners praise the Maen Manhattan 40's thin case and unique dial, with one owner finding the ice blue dial similar to other watches. Some owners suggest the 40mm size may be too large for smaller wrists, with a preference for the 39mm version. One owner notes issues with the crown snagging and winding action. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Maen Manhattan 40 appealing for its design and value.
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