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Hamilton American Classic Hamilton Vintage QuartzvsSeiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies)

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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.

Seiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies)

Owners widely praise the Seiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies) for its attractive, Grand Seiko-inspired case design and comfortable, lightweight wearability. Some owners highlight its value, noting an attractive grey market price around $170. Concerns have been raised regarding timekeeping accuracy, and one owner suggested the stock Hardlex crystal could be improved with sapphire. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies) highly for its attractive design and comfortable wearability at an affordable price.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Hamilton Vintage Quartz15mm
Essentials Quartz (Ladies)29.8mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Hamilton Vintage Quartz
Essentials Quartz (Ladies)
Water Resistance
American Classic Hamilton Vintage Quartz50m
Essentials Quartz (Ladies)100m
MSRP
American Classic Hamilton Vintage Quartz$745
Essentials Quartz (Ladies)$240

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
15mm
29.8mm
Thickness
8.05mm
8.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
37mm
Lug Width
0mm
14mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Mother of pearl
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
280.002
6N22

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$745
$240
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