Hamilton American Classic Valiant AutovsSpecht & Sohne Söhne SP0004 Automatic

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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 Valiant Auto at true scale

American Classic Valiant Auto

Specht & Sohne Söhne SP0004 Automatic at true scale

Söhne SP0004 Automatic

Diameter

34mm

37mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

44mm

Thickness

10.6mm

lowest

11mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

80h

highest

42h

MSRP

$645

$243

lowest

Movement

Hamilton H-10

Seiko NH35

Case

4 specs
Diameter
34mm
37mm
Thickness
10.58mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
44mm
Lug Width
16mm
25mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Silver
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-10
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
80h
42 hoursh

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$645
$243
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Reviews

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Hamilton American Classic Valiant Auto

Owners praise the Hamilton American Classic Valiant Auto for its classic design, citing the sunburst dial, Roman numerals, and applied indices as attractive features. The watch is noted for its elegance and ability to fit comfortably under a shirt cuff, with some owners considering it a "hidden gem." Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting +6 seconds per day after ten years of intermittent use without servicing. The OEM bracelet is considered high-quality for the brand, and it can be swapped out. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton American Classic Valiant Auto highly for its elegant dress watch aesthetic and quality bracelet at its price point.

Specht & Sohne Söhne SP0004 Automatic

Owners widely praise the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0004 Automatic for its excellent build quality and substantial 150g weight, which conveys a sense of quality. The inclusion of a zippered case and link removal tool is also noted. On balance, owners rate the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0004 Automatic highly for its robust build and the included accessories.

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