Hamilton Ventura S QuartzvsZelos GT

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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 Ventura S Quartz at true scale

Ventura S Quartz

Zelos GT at true scale

GT

Diameter

24mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

38mm

n/a

Thickness

7.8mm

lowest

10.8mm

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

MSRP

$1,075

$529

lowest

Movement

F03.105

Miyota 9133

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
24mm
42mm
Thickness
7.8mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
n/a
Lug Width
13mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
SS - Azzurro

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
F03.105
Miyota 9133
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,075
$529
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Reviews

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

Hamilton Ventura S Quartz

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.

Zelos GT

Owners widely praise the Zelos GT for its value and materials that exceed expectations, with particular appreciation for the power reserve meter and the superb 3-point micro-adjust bracelet. However, some owners find certain designs too aggressive or oversized, and one owner noted the dark green dial mostly appears black. The bracelet is described as extremely long, requiring significant link removal even for a 7.1-inch wrist. Overall, owners rate the Zelos GT highly for its value and bracelet adjustability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The dial's subtle light play and the inclusion of a Miyota 9133 movement with a power reserve indicator are noted strengths. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.