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Hamilton American Classic Valiant AutovsSpinnaker Hull

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American Classic Valiant Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic Valiant Auto
MSRP $645
Hull
SpinnakerHull
MSRP $159

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Valiant Auto34mm
Hull42mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Valiant Auto80h
Hull40h
Water Resistance
American Classic Valiant Auto50m
Hull100m
MSRP
American Classic Valiant Auto$645
Hull$159

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
34mm
42mm
Thickness
10.58mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47.5mm
Lug Width
16mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Volcanic Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-10
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$645
$159

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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.

Spinnaker Hull

The Spinnaker Hull is widely praised by owners for its textured or deep sandwich dials, bold cushion case design, and vintage charm, with one owner finding its jubilee bracelet superior to Seiko's. The meca-quartz movement is a common feature, and the watch offers 100m water resistance. However, the 24-hour subdial is considered functionally illogical and visually unappealing by one owner, and the mineral crystal is noted as a drawback compared to sapphire. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Hull highly for its significant style and value at its budget price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's lume is a strong point. Reviewers noted the absence of a sapphire crystal as a drawback.

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