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Hamilton American Classic Day Date AutovsZelos Spearfish 3

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American Classic Day Date Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic Day Date Auto
MSRP $1,245
Spearfish 3
ZelosSpearfish 3
MSRP $749

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Day Date Auto42mm
Spearfish 340mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Day Date Auto80h
Spearfish 340h
Water Resistance
American Classic Day Date Auto50m
Spearfish 3200m
MSRP
American Classic Day Date Auto$1,245
Spearfish 3$749

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
11.55mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
40mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Grey
Diver - Forged Carbon

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-30
La Joux-Perret G100
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,245
$749

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What people say

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Hamilton American Classic Day Date Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Day Date Auto for its legible dial, well-integrated day-date complication, and vintage military aesthetic. The 40mm to 42mm case is noted to wear smaller than its dimensions suggest, and the complication is considered well-executed for its price point. However, the lume is criticized for poor intensity and longevity, and the mirror-polished bezel is flagged as a scratch magnet. The stock leather strap is also described as stiff. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton American Classic Day Date Auto highly for its attractive vintage styling and functional day-date complication at an accessible price.

Zelos Spearfish 3

The Zelos Spearfish 3 is widely praised for its exceptional finishing, with razor-sharp polish and flawless brushed transitions that owners feel exceed its price point. The 40mm case is noted for its wearability, and the La Joux-Perret G100 movement offers a 68-hour power reserve, with reported accuracy averaging +2.6 seconds per day. Reviewers highlight the exceptionally smooth bi-directional bezel and a tool-less micro-adjustment clasp described as best-in-class among microbrands. The sapphire sandwich construction and lumed bezel are also cited as desirable features. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Spearfish 3 highly for its outstanding finishing and value at its price point.

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