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Hamilton American Classic RailRoad AutovsGrand Seiko STGF387

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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.

Grand Seiko STGF387

Grand Seiko is praised for its stunning Shunbun dial, with color and texture that shift from powder blue to light purple depending on the light, and its 44GS-style case. Some owners wish for a larger, diamond-free option for a unisex watch, and others lament the lack of a Spring Drive movement in a smaller case. One owner finds the Spring Drive version too thick and wishes it were 9F quartz powered. Owners widely report Grand Seiko offers finishing and quality on par with or exceeding Swiss luxury brands, though some find their bracelets inferior. Overall, owners rate Grand Seiko highly for its unique and beautiful dial finishing.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic RailRoad Auto32mm
STGF38726mm
Power Reserve
American Classic RailRoad Auto43h
STGF387
Water Resistance
American Classic RailRoad Auto50m
STGF387100m
MSRP
American Classic RailRoad Auto$1,295
STGF387$4,200

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
32mm
26mm
Thickness
11.3mm
8.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
32.9mm
Lug Width
16mm
13mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Beige

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ETA 2681
4J51
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
43h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,295
$4,200
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