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Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto ChronovsVenezianico Nereide Malachite

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Nereide Malachite
VenezianicoNereide Malachite
MSRP $1,495
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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 Malachite

Owners widely praise the Venezianico Nereide Malachite for its attractive design and refined finishing, with some finding it comparable to higher-end brands. However, one owner reported a bezel alignment issue where it was half a click off to the left, leading to a return. On balance, owners appreciate the Nereide Malachite for its build quality and aesthetic appeal, finding the brand's negative reputation unwarranted.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono42mm
Nereide Malachite42mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono40h
Nereide Malachite40h
Water Resistance
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono50m
Nereide Malachite200m
MSRP
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono$2,225
Nereide Malachite$1,495

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
$1,495
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