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Oris Year of the Horse Limited EditionvsHamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto

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Year of the Horse Limited Edition
OrisYear of the Horse Limited Edition
MSRP $8,000
American Classic RailRoad Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic RailRoad Auto
MSRP $1,295

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Year of the Horse Limited Edition43mm
American Classic RailRoad Auto32mm
Power Reserve
Year of the Horse Limited Edition240 hoursh
American Classic RailRoad Auto43h
Water Resistance
Year of the Horse Limited Edition50m
American Classic RailRoad Auto50m
MSRP
Year of the Horse Limited Edition$8,000
American Classic RailRoad Auto$1,295

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
43mm
32mm
Thickness
11.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
16mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Red
Beige
Indices
Applied

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
CALIBRE 113
ETA 2681
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
3 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
240 hoursh
43h
Jewels
40
25
Complications
Date, Day
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,000
$1,295

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Oris Year of the Horse Limited Edition

The Oris Year of the Horse Limited Edition is a 43mm dress watch powered by the in-house Calibre 113, offering a 10-day power reserve and an unconventional business calendar layout topped by a power reserve indicator marked with small horses. Reviewers praise the daring design and clever movement display, though the bold aesthetic and 43mm size make it a divisive piece — one reviewer found the overall look not to their personal taste. The watch retailed for $8,000. On balance, the Year of the Horse Limited Edition appeals to collectors who value distinctive design and horological innovation, but its commanding size and vibrant red dial limit its versatility.

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.

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