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Hamilton American Classic Day Date AutovsYema Flygraf Pilot

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American Classic Day Date Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic Day Date Auto
MSRP $1,245
Flygraf Pilot
YemaFlygraf Pilot
MSRP $990

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Day Date Auto42mm
Flygraf Pilot38.5mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Day Date Auto80h
Flygraf Pilot40h
Water Resistance
American Classic Day Date Auto50m
Flygraf Pilot100m
MSRP
American Classic Day Date Auto$1,245
Flygraf Pilot$990

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Pilot
Diameter
42mm
38.5mm
Thickness
11.55mm
8.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Grey
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-30
Sellita SW200
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,245
$990

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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.

Yema Flygraf Pilot

Owners praise the Yema Flygraf Pilot's legible Type A dial, functional industrial aesthetic, and wearable 39mm/40mm size. Some owners report concerns with Yema's customer service and quality control, while others find the in-house movement acceptable. The titanium case scratches more easily, and the bracelet's pin-and-collar system and long links are noted drawbacks. Accuracy figures range from +8 to +/- 10 seconds per day. On balance, owners appreciate the Yema Flygraf Pilot's design and wearability, though some express caution due to past quality control and customer service issues.

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