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Hamilton American Classic RailRoad AutovsMaen Skymaster 38 MKIII

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American Classic RailRoad Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic RailRoad Auto
MSRP $1,295
Skymaster 38 MKIII
MaenSkymaster 38 MKIII
MSRP $1,679

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic RailRoad Auto32mm
Skymaster 38 MKIII38mm
Power Reserve
American Classic RailRoad Auto43h
Skymaster 38 MKIII40h
Water Resistance
American Classic RailRoad Auto50m
Skymaster 38 MKIII100m
MSRP
American Classic RailRoad Auto$1,295
Skymaster 38 MKIII$1,679

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
32mm
38mm
Thickness
11.3mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
16mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Beige
M6.1.1

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2681
Sellita SW510mb
Power Reserve
43h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,295
$1,679

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What people say

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Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto as a versatile everyday watch, noting its stellar appearance on bracelet or strap and the desirable H-10 movement providing an 80-hour power reserve. The 40mm case, measuring 11.35mm thick with slightly turned-down lugs, contributes to a thinner perceived profile. It is offered for $430 shipped and includes a travel pouch.

Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII

The Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII is praised for its refined case, impressive fit and finish, and compact 38mm size, which offers a premium feel with a sharp, legible dial and well-executed applied markers. Reviewers note the sweet winding action and the vintage-inspired brown sunburst dial with dauphine hands and lollipop register pointers. The watch is powered by a manual-wind Sellita SW510Mb movement with a 63-hour power reserve. Accuracy figures vary, with one reviewer reporting +7 seconds per day and another stating a tolerance of +/-15 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII for its refined vintage-inspired design and compact dimensions at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 38mm case size is a key strength for the Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII. Reviewers noted the excellent quality-price ratio for a Swiss-made chronograph.

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