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Hamilton American Classic Hamilton Vintage QuartzvsOrient Bambino Solar Quartz

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Hamilton American Classic Hamilton Vintage Quartz

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Boulton quartz for its stunning, classic style and consider its 480€ price a good value. However, some owners question the value of a quartz movement at this price point. One owner finds the American Classic Hamilton Vintage Quartz tiny and difficult to read, wishing for a real gold case instead of PVD. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton American Classic Boulton quartz highly for its beautiful classic style and perceived value.

Orient Bambino Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz for its nice finishing and value, with one owner noting it was worth the $220 spent. However, reviewers consistently flag the mineral crystal as a significant drawback, prone to scratches and abrasions. One owner reports the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz wears thinner due to its lighter movement and less robust construction. Overall, owners rate the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz highly for its finishing and value, despite the mineral crystal's susceptibility to scratches.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Hamilton Vintage Quartz15mm
Bambino Solar Quartz38.4mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Hamilton Vintage Quartz
Bambino Solar Quartz
Water Resistance
American Classic Hamilton Vintage Quartz50m
Bambino Solar Quartz30m
MSRP
American Classic Hamilton Vintage Quartz$745
Bambino Solar Quartz$265

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
15mm
38.4mm
Thickness
8.05mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
43.5mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
Mother of pearl
White

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
280.002
VS213
Type
Quartz
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$745
$265
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