Hamilton American Classic Valiant AutovsLongines MASTER COLLECTION

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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

Longines MASTER COLLECTION at true scale

MASTER COLLECTION

Diameter

34mm

29mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

49.6mm

Thickness

10.6mm

9.6mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

highest

30m

Power Reserve

80h

highest

72h

MSRP

$645

lowest

$2,650

Movement

Hamilton H-10

Longines L888

Case

5 specs
Diameter
34mm
29mm
Thickness
10.58mm
9.64mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49.6mm
Lug Width
16mm
21mm
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-10
Longines L888
Power Reserve
80h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$645
$2,650
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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.

Longines MASTER COLLECTION

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Longines MASTER COLLECTION for its excellent finishing and value, with many appreciating its traditional styling. Some owners, however, note that the bracelet lacks sufficient micro-adjustment options for a perfect fit. One reviewer flags the 30m water resistance as on the light side. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines MASTER COLLECTION highly for its finishing and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The value derived from the watch's complications for the price is a shared strength. Reviewers did not agree on a specific weakness.