Hamilton American Classic Valiant AutovsVenezianico Redentore 40

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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

Venezianico Redentore 40 at true scale

Redentore 40

Diameter

34mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48mm

Thickness

10.6mm

n/a

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

80h

n/a

MSRP

$645

$562

lowest

Movement

Hamilton H-10

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
34mm
40mm
Thickness
10.58mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Lug Width
16mm
n/a
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Silver
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-10
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$645
$562
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

Venezianico Redentore 40

Owners widely praise the Venezianico Redentore 40 for its attractive design and value, with specific commendations for its clean aesthetics and appealing aventurine dial options. The case shape is noted as well-executed, and the watch is generally described as feeling good on the wrist, offering an amazing look and feel for the price. Some owners report that the finishing is lacking, and one forum user found the watch to be ordinary beyond the dial, leading to a sentiment of it being "fine but not a strong recommendation." The watch features a Seiko NH35 automatic movement and 100m water resistance, with a 40mm case. Overall, owners rate the Venezianico Redentore 40 highly for its attractive design and value at its price point.