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Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton AutovsVario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

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Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto
HamiltonVentura XXL Skeleton Auto
MSRP $2,175
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
Vario1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
MSRP $218

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto46mm
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40mm
Power Reserve
Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto80h
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto50m
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz50m
MSRP
Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto$2,175
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz$218

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Skeleton
Field
Diameter
46mm
40mm
Thickness
11.25mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
41mm
Lug Width
23mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-10-S
Miyota 2070/2170
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,175
$218

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What people say

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Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto

The Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto is recognized for its bold, avant-garde design featuring a unique triangular case. It is powered by a skeletonized H-10-S or ETA C07.901 movement, providing an 80-hour power reserve. The watch includes a black dial with sunray brushing and hands treated with Super-LumiNova, and comes on an integrated rubber strap. Reviewers note that while its distinctive aesthetic is a significant appeal, precise time-reading may not be its main focus. On balance, the Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto is appreciated for its striking, statement-making design and substantial power reserve.

Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz for its superb case finishing, legibility, and premium look, with its 40mm size proving comfortable for many wrists. Reviewers highlight its incredible value at $198, featuring a Miyota solar quartz movement and polished chamfers adding unexpected style. Some owners note the lume is poor and the 50-meter water resistance is limited, while others desire a big date complication not supported by the solar movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz highly for its excellent finishing and value proposition.

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