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Hamilton American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto ChronovsPhoibos Apollo Dlc

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Apollo Dlc
PhoibosApollo Dlc
MSRP $485

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono42mm
Apollo Dlc39mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono40h
Apollo Dlc40h
Water Resistance
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono50m
Apollo Dlc200m
MSRP
American Classic Spirit of Liberty Auto Chrono$2,225
Apollo Dlc$485

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
14.75mm
11mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
H-21
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,225
$485

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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.

Phoibos Apollo Dlc

The Phoibos Apollo Dlc is lauded for its lightweight, scratch-resistant titanium case and unique granular black dial texture. Owners praise its comfortable 41mm x 48mm x 12.5mm dimensions and exceptional lume performance. However, the rocket-shaped hands are noted as making time-telling difficult in low light, and the non-tapering bracelet is a drawback for some. Some users question its value proposition, with one noting that a tourbillon can be found at the same price point as an NH35-powered Phoibos. Overall, owners appreciate the Phoibos Apollo Dlc for its distinctive design and comfortable titanium build, despite some functional and value concerns.

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