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Hamilton Ventura XXL AutovsZelos Nova 37

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Hamilton Ventura XXL Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Ventura XXL Auto's cool style and design. However, the dial is hard to read as an everyday wear watch. Overall, owners find the Hamilton Ventura XXL Auto's design appealing, though legibility is a noted drawback for daily use.

From video reviewers

The unique "boomerang" shape and retro-futuristic design are strong draws. Legibility is a significant compromise for the distinctive aesthetic.

Zelos Nova 37

Owners widely praise the Zelos Nova 37's spectacular 37mm dimensions and extremely light, thin wearability. The meteorite dial is frequently highlighted as a captivating feature, though some reviewers suggest simpler indices would improve legibility over the Arabic numerals. The watch is considered a considerable value at $1,999. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Nova 37 highly for its excellent dimensions and dial execution at the price.

From video reviewers

The wafer-thin case and intricate dial textures are standout features. The quality of the stock leather strap is a shared concern. Reviewers differed on whether the 37mm or 38mm case size was more accurate.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ventura XXL Auto46mm
Nova 3737mm
Power Reserve
Ventura XXL Auto80h
Nova 37
Water Resistance
Ventura XXL Auto50m
Nova 3750m
MSRP
Ventura XXL Auto$1,845
Nova 37$899

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
46mm
37mm
Thickness
11.25mm
7mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
37mm
Lug Width
23mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Salmon

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-10
ETA/Peseux 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,845
$899
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