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Haigh & Hastings · Classic

Haigh & Hastings Classic

Dress

$109Sold out

Case

Diameter
42mm
Thickness
12.2mm
Lug-to-lug
49mm
Lug width
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Water resistance
200m

Crystal & dial

Crystal
Sapphire
Dial colour
White

Movement

Caliber
Seiko NH35
Type
Automatic

Seiko

Seiko's third-party supply version of the 4R35, sold to external watch brands and modders worldwide. Adds hacking and hand-winding over the 7S26 it effectively replaced. The NH35 has become the default automatic movement for watch modding and microbrand watches, thanks to its low cost, reliability, and wide availability of compatible parts including dials, hands, and cases in the Seiko-compatible format.

Design language

Case shape
round
Dial style
standard
Bezel
smooth_polished
Bracelet
leather_strap

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7 colorways

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03The community take

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The Haigh & Hastings Classic is praised for its well-balanced design and stunning blue sunburst dial, fitting comfortably within its 42mm case. Owners note it offers significant value as a dressy beater watch, though some may object to its assembly location. Minor drawbacks flagged include the contrasting polished bezel and brushed case finishes, along with a visible gasket under the sapphire crystal. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Haigh & Hastings Classic a strong value proposition due to its design and versatility at its price point.

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