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Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto ChronovsVenezianico Nereide Aureo 39

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Nereide Aureo 39
VenezianicoNereide Aureo 39
MSRP $1,000

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono42mm
Nereide Aureo 3939mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono40h
Nereide Aureo 3940h
Water Resistance
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono50m
Nereide Aureo 39200m
MSRP
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono$2,225
Nereide Aureo 39$1,000

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
14.75mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
H-21
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,225
$1,000

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What people say

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Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono for its impressive craftsmanship, details, and overall finish, noting sharp edges on the mixed brushed and polished lugs that give it a premium look and a refined yet bold presence. The watch offers an improved 60-hour power reserve and increased precision. However, its pushers are noted as being chunky. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono highly for its premium finishing and refined presence on the wrist.

Venezianico Nereide Aureo 39

The Venezianico Nereide is praised for its handsome design and good value, featuring a tungsten bezel insert and a sparkling aventurine dial. Owners note the optical glass bezel offers less glare than ceramic. The stock rubber strap is described as stiff, and the Canova bracelet lacks a half-link for fine adjustment. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Venezianico Nereide offers good case finishing for its price point, making it a compelling entry-level mechanical diver-style watch.

From video reviewers

The 24k gold dial is a standout feature. The lume brightness is a potential drawback. Reviewers disagree on whether the unique design and features justify the price point.

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