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Hamilton American Classic Boulton Small Second Quartz MvsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-001

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OLD SMITH 90-001
KUOEOLD SMITH 90-001
MSRP $405

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Boulton Small Second Quartz M24mm
OLD SMITH 90-00135mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Boulton Small Second Quartz M40h
OLD SMITH 90-00140h
Water Resistance
American Classic Boulton Small Second Quartz M50m
OLD SMITH 90-00150m
MSRP
American Classic Boulton Small Second Quartz M$795
OLD SMITH 90-001$405

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
24mm
35mm
Thickness
8.64mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
42mm
Lug Width
16mm
18mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
Gold

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
980.163
TMI VD78A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$795
$405

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What people say

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Hamilton American Classic Boulton Small Second Quartz M

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Boulton Small Second Quartz M as a stunning and underrated dress watch, with one owner even preferring it to the Cartier Tank. Reviewers highlight the quartz movement's smooth winding, hacking seconds, and easy syncing, alongside appreciation for the absence of a date complication and the curved case design. The watch retails for $500-$600 USD. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton American Classic Boulton Small Second Quartz M highly for its elegant Art Deco design and practical quartz movement features.

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-001

KUOE OLD SMITH is widely praised for its vintage aesthetic and comfortable 35mm wearability, with owners noting its attractive bronze case and dial contrast. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its excellent accuracy. However, the case finishing is considered average for the price, and the lume fades quickly. Some find the small date window difficult to read, and the Seiko NH38 movement is described as noisy. The 18mm lug width and PVD-coated strap hardware are also noted as drawbacks. Overall, owners and reviewers find the KUOE OLD SMITH to be a compelling vintage field watch offering good value, particularly for its aesthetic appeal and accuracy.

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