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Hamilton American Classic Ardmore QuartzvsVario Futurist

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American Classic Ardmore Quartz
HamiltonAmerican Classic Ardmore Quartz
MSRP $625
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Ardmore Quartz19mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Ardmore Quartz40h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
American Classic Ardmore Quartz30m
Futurist100m
MSRP
American Classic Ardmore Quartz$625
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
19mm
39mm
Thickness
6.9mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Lug Width
14mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
Silver
Purple

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
980.163
Miyota 9039
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$625
$648

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What people say

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Hamilton American Classic Ardmore Quartz

Owners widely appreciate the Hamilton American Classic Ardmore Quartz for its appealing rectangular design, particularly on smaller wrists. One owner loves the Registered Edition's design, noting minor wear from storage. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting a loss of 10-11 seconds per week after service, while another notes a gain of about 10 seconds a week, both considered within acceptable limits for a non-chronometer certified watch. Overall, owners value the Hamilton American Classic Ardmore Quartz for its attractive design and suitability for smaller wrists.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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