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Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto ChronovsVenezianico Nereide Lapislazzuli

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Nereide Lapislazzuli
VenezianicoNereide Lapislazzuli
MSRP $1,250
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Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono for its impressive craftsmanship, details, and overall finish, noting sharp edges on the mixed brushed and polished lugs that give it a premium look and a refined yet bold presence. The watch offers an improved 60-hour power reserve and increased precision. However, its pushers are noted as being chunky. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono highly for its premium finishing and refined presence on the wrist.

Venezianico Nereide Lapislazzuli

Owners widely praise the Venezianico Nereide for its exceptional dial work, particularly the mother-of-pearl blue and lapis lazuli variants, and its well-executed case finishing with consistent brushing and polished edges. The 39mm version is noted for its thin 10mm profile and comfortable wearability, while the bracelet is generally considered good quality. Some owners feel the NH45a movement is a drawback, preferring a thinner and more accurate caliber. One owner specifically noted weak lume on the seconds hand and bezel triangle, along with some play in the crown's hand-setting on the 39mm model. On balance, owners rate the Venezianico Nereide highly for its stunning dial options and refined finishing at its price point.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono42mm
Nereide Lapislazzuli42mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono40h
Nereide Lapislazzuli40h
Water Resistance
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono50m
Nereide Lapislazzuli200m
MSRP
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono$2,225
Nereide Lapislazzuli$1,250

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Thickness
14.75mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
H-21
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,225
$1,250
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