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Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto ChronovsLorier Zephyr

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American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono
HamiltonAmerican Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono
MSRP $2,045
Zephyr
LorierZephyr
MSRP $549

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono44mm
Zephyr36mm
Power Reserve
American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono60h
Zephyr40h
Water Resistance
American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono50m
Zephyr
MSRP
American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono$2,045
Zephyr$549

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
44mm
36mm
Thickness
15.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Water Resistance
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
White

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-21
Power Reserve
60h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,045
$549

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What people say

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Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono for its historical brand appeal and spectacular appearance, calling the ETA 7750 movement a "tank" and appreciating the date magnifier's integration. Some find its design a bit busy compared to other models. One owner notes an 80-hour power reserve from the H-10 movement and a 40mm case with turned-down lugs for a thinner appearance. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono highly for its historical brand appeal and robust movement at its price point.

Lorier Zephyr

Owners widely praise the Lorier Zephyr for its stunning guilloche-style dial, refined and perfectly sized unique case shape, and comfortable wearability. The Miyota 9 series movement is noted by owners as being a little noisy, with a rotor whirring audible on quick hand movements. On balance, owners rate the Lorier Zephyr highly for its distinctive dial and case design at the price.

From video reviewers

The watch's vintage aesthetic and value for money are praised. The bracelet's refinement and perceived rattle are noted as a drawback.

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