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Hamilton American Classic RailRoad AutovsVaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

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American Classic RailRoad Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic RailRoad Auto
MSRP $1,295
DS2 Meridian Quartz
VaerDS2 Meridian Quartz
MSRP $239

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic RailRoad Auto32mm
DS2 Meridian Quartz39mm
Power Reserve
American Classic RailRoad Auto43h
DS2 Meridian Quartz40h
Water Resistance
American Classic RailRoad Auto50m
DS2 Meridian Quartz150m
MSRP
American Classic RailRoad Auto$1,295
DS2 Meridian Quartz$239

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
32mm
39mm
Thickness
11.3mm
10.4mm
Lug Width
16mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Beige
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ETA 2681
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
43h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,295
$239

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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.

Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

The Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz is lauded for its wearability, with reviewers and owners consistently praising its 39mm case size as a perfect fit, noting its thinness at 10.4mm. The watch features a satisfying 120-click coin-edge bezel with minimal back play and comes with two straps for $239, powered by a Miyota GM12 quartz movement offering a three-year battery life. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz highly for its comfortable wearability and accessible price point.

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