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Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic AutovsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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American Classic Intra-Matic Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic Intra-Matic Auto
MSRP $1,275
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Intra-Matic Auto40mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Intra-Matic Auto80h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
American Classic Intra-Matic Auto50m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
American Classic Intra-Matic Auto$1,275
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
10.95mm
13mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
White
Green

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-10
Miyota 9075
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,275
$935

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What people say

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Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto for its thinness, perfect size, and vintage charm, with some preferring its contrasting tachymeter and larger subdials. One owner notes the rotor can be quite loud. The Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto is considered by some to be the best watch with a 2892 movement for the price. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto highly for its vintage charm and wearability at the price.

Vaer G5 Meridian GMT

The Vaer G5 Meridian GMT is a compelling and affordable true GMT watch, featuring the Miyota 9075 movement. Reviewers note its 39mm stainless steel case, which is described as chunky but visually minimized by twisted lugs, and a highly domed sapphire crystal that contributes to reflections. The glossy ceramic bezel also adds to its shiny appearance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer G5 Meridian GMT highly for its true GMT functionality and value.

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