Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto ChronovsLebois & Co Linéaire Chronograph 324.526

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Measurements

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Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono at true scale

American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono

Lebois & Co Linéaire Chronograph 324.526 at true scale

Linéaire Chronograph 324.526

Diameter

40mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47.4mm

Thickness

14.4mm

10.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

60h

60h

MSRP

$2,645

lowest

$3,813

Movement

Hamilton H-31

LC-450

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
14.45mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47.35mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-31
LC-450
Type
Automatic
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,645
$3,813
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono for its attractive panda dial, retro design, and value, with many noting its historical significance and ability to garner compliments. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its clean, athletic aesthetic and vintage charm, with some finding it wears well and fits comfortably under dress shirts, even on smaller wrists. However, multiple sources flag its substantial thickness, ranging from 14.35mm to 14.7mm, and one owner noted the H-31 movement's rotor felt unusually spinny and the date-set button recessed. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +8 seconds per day and another +3 seconds per day. The included leather strap is frequently described as showing creasing easily or being merely utilitarian, leading some owners to explore aftermarket bracelet options.

From video reviewers

The panda dial's contrasting subdials are a notable strength. The bracelet clasp is considered less refined than the rest of the watch.

Lebois & Co Linéaire Chronograph 324.526

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Lebois & Co Linéaire Chronograph 324.526 for its exceptional case finishing, with detailed pushers and a distinct lug-to-bezel step. The 39mm case size is considered nearly perfect and wears nicely, offering excellent wearability due to sloped lugs and a domed crystal, though one reviewer wished for a height under 10mm. The dial is noted for its rich texture, applied indices, and vintage charm, with specific praise for the Breguet numerals on a matte black variant. Some reviewers flagged legibility issues with fine telemeter scales and found the stock strap too thick. The hand-wound LC-450 column-wheel chronograph movement is a key feature, and the watch is priced at EUR 3,300. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Lebois & Co Linéaire Chronograph 324.526 highly for its vintage-inspired design and impressive finishing at its price point.

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