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Hamilton American Classic Valiant AutovsLorier Hydra SIII

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American Classic Valiant Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic Valiant Auto
MSRP $645
Hydra SIII
LorierHydra SIII
MSRP $699

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Valiant Auto34mm
Hydra SIII39mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Valiant Auto80h
Hydra SIII40h
Water Resistance
American Classic Valiant Auto50m
Hydra SIII200m
MSRP
American Classic Valiant Auto$645
Hydra SIII$699

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
34mm
39mm
Thickness
10.58mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
16mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Blue

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$645
$699

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What people say

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Hamilton American Classic Valiant Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Valiant Auto for its classic design elements, such as the sunburst dial and Roman numerals, noting its suitability for everyday elegance and wearability under a cuff. One owner highlights the 39.5mm size and applied indices as a "hidden gem," while another appreciates the clean, simple design with thin Roman numerals. The watch is also commended for its comfortable bracelet and attractive lance hands, with confirmation that the bracelet is indeed changeable. Some owners note the date window's placement at three o'clock is a point of contention, and one owner reports the watch runs at approximately +6 seconds per day after ten years of intermittent use. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton American Classic Valiant Auto highly for its elegant, classic design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

Lorier Hydra SIII

Owners and reviewers praise the Lorier Hydra SIII for its value, GMT functionality via the Miyota 9075 movement, and classic travel-diver aesthetics. Some reviewers note the finishing is simple or a tad rough around the edges, while others find it good for the price. Accuracy figures range from +7 to +8.5 seconds per day. The domed Hesalite crystal may exhibit distortion. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Lorier Hydra SIII highly for its feature set and value proposition in a travel-diver format.

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