Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Chronograph HvsLorca MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Chronograph H at true scale

American Classic Intra-Matic Chronograph H

Lorca MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH at true scale

MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH

Diameter

40mm

37mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

46mm

lowest

Thickness

14.3mm

11.6mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

510m

highest

Power Reserve

60h

highest

40h

MSRP

$2,495

lowest

$2,750

Movement

Hamilton H-51

Sellita SW510

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
14.35mm
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel 316L
Finish
n/a
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
100m
510m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Flat
AR Coating
n/a
Underside
Dial Color
White
Black
Indices
n/a
Applied

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-51
Sellita SW510
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
60h
40h
Jewels
0
25
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,495
$2,750
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Reviews

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Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Chronograph H

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Chronograph H for its attractive vintage-inspired design, clean dial, and satisfying manual-wind H-51 movement. The 40mm case size is frequently highlighted as a positive, contributing to comfortable wearability. Some owners note the watch consistently receives compliments and appreciate its historical significance and value. The watch's timekeeping is generally good, with one reviewer noting +3 seconds per day and a 60-hour power reserve. However, the 14.35mm thickness is noted by several sources as being on the thicker side for a hand-wound chronograph, though it is still considered to wear well. One owner found the date setting unusual and the rotor audible. There is also a mention of some owners wishing for a three-subdial version and criticism of the OEM strap being utilitarian.

Lorca MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH

The Lorca MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH is praised for its 37mm case size, which owners report wears well even on smaller wrists. Reviewers note its quality bracelet and clasp, contributing to its suitability as a daily wearer with a blend of vintage and modern design. One reviewer highlights a unique grooved bi-directional bezel as an atypical but potentially divisive feature. On balance, owners and reviewers view the Lorca MODEL No.2 CHRONOGRAPH positively due to its wearability and well-executed design elements at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Lorca Model No.2 Chronograph features a notable guilloché bezel that adds vintage flair to its design. The watch is powered by a Swiss Sellita SW510M manual movement, offering 63 hours of power reserve. A potential drawback is the relatively small 37mm size.

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