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Hamilton American Classic Day Date AutovsBaltic MR Roulette

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What people say

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Hamilton American Classic Day Date Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Day Date Auto for its legible dial, well-integrated day-date complication, and vintage military aesthetic. The 40mm to 42mm case is noted to wear smaller than its dimensions suggest, and the complication is considered well-executed for its price point. However, the lume is criticized for poor intensity and longevity, and the mirror-polished bezel is flagged as a scratch magnet. The stock leather strap is also described as stiff. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton American Classic Day Date Auto highly for its attractive vintage styling and functional day-date complication at an accessible price.

Baltic MR Roulette

The Baltic MR Roulette is praised for its vintage-inspired roulette dial with multi-sector, multi-layer, and asymmetrical design, and faceted dauphine hands. Reviewers highlight the dial's depth created by contrasting textures like circular brushing and glossy or grained sectors, and the 36mm case's vertical bezel brushing and polished lugs. The watch uses a Hangzhou micro-rotor movement. However, reviewers note the micro-rotor movement can feel rattly and loose, producing a jangly sound when tapped. On balance, reviewers appreciate the Baltic MR Roulette's distinctive dial design and vintage aesthetic, despite the noted movement characteristics.

From video reviewers

The MR Roulette's excellent finishing, particularly on the case and the bezel, is a notable strength. The bracelet's noise when moved around is a shared weakness. Reviewers do not explicitly disagree on any specific point.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Day Date Auto42mm
MR Roulette36mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Day Date Auto80h
MR Roulette42h
Water Resistance
American Classic Day Date Auto50m
MR Roulette30m
MSRP
American Classic Day Date Auto$1,245
MR Roulette$545

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
11.55mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hesalite
Dial Color
Grey
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-30
Hangzhou CAL5000a Micro-rotor
Power Reserve
80h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,245
$545
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