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Hamilton American Classic Chrono-Matic 50 Auto Chrono - Limited Edition

The Hamilton American Classic Chrono-Matic 50 Auto Chrono Limited Edition is characterized by its substantial 48.5mm stainless steel case and a racing-inspired blue and orange colorway, featuring a reversed-panda dial with red accents. It is powered by the Caliber H-31 automatic chronograph movement, which provides a 60-hour power reserve, and offers 100 meters of water resistance. The limited edition piece, with only 150 examples produced, is priced at $2,545 USD. On balance, reviewers highlight the Hamilton American Classic Chrono-Matic 50 Auto Chrono Limited Edition's bold design and robust movement as its defining attributes.

Zelos Starfighter Chronograph

Owners find the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph appealing, with one noting the beauty of the Aventurine dial and another praising the blue dial and lumed subdials. One owner is selling the watch to acquire other chronographs. Overall, owners appreciate the aesthetic appeal of the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph, particularly its dial options and lumed subdials.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Chrono-Matic 50 Auto Chrono - Limited Edition48mm
Starfighter Chronograph41mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Chrono-Matic 50 Auto Chrono - Limited Edition60h
Starfighter Chronograph
Water Resistance
American Classic Chrono-Matic 50 Auto Chrono - Limited Edition100m
Starfighter Chronograph50m
MSRP
American Classic Chrono-Matic 50 Auto Chrono - Limited Edition$2,775
Starfighter Chronograph$1,799

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
48mm
41mm
Thickness
16.05mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
41mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Spitfire LE

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-31
ETA 2894-2
Power Reserve
60h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,775
$1,799
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