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Hamilton American Classic Day Date AutovsSpinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

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American Classic Day Date Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic Day Date Auto
MSRP $1,245
Fleuss 40 Automatic
SpinnakerFleuss 40 Automatic
MSRP $450

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Day Date Auto42mm
Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Day Date Auto80h
Fleuss 40 Automatic40h
Water Resistance
American Classic Day Date Auto50m
Fleuss 40 Automatic150m
MSRP
American Classic Day Date Auto$1,245
Fleuss 40 Automatic$450

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
11.55mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Grey
Coral

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-30
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,245
$450

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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.

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

Owners find the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic a good size for smaller wrists, though one owner notes the lume is too diffuse for easy nighttime reading. The pilot-style crown is an unusual feature for a dive watch. Overall, owners value the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic for its wearability on smaller wrists.

From video reviewers

The coral red dial is a unique aesthetic. The watch is a strong contender for best-in-class under $300.

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