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Hamilton American Classic Day Date AutovsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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American Classic Day Date Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic Day Date Auto
MSRP $1,245
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Day Date Auto42mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Day Date Auto80h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
American Classic Day Date Auto50m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
American Classic Day Date Auto$1,245
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
11.55mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Grey
Bronze

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-30
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,245
$399

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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.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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