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Hamilton American Classic Valiant AutovsMr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon

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American Classic Valiant Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic Valiant Auto
MSRP $645
A perfectly useless afternoon
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon
MSRP $195

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Valiant Auto34mm
A perfectly useless afternoon40mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Valiant Auto80h
A perfectly useless afternoon40h
Water Resistance
American Classic Valiant Auto50m
A perfectly useless afternoon
MSRP
American Classic Valiant Auto$645
A perfectly useless afternoon$195

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Casual
Diameter
34mm
40mm
Thickness
10.58mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
16mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Standard

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-10
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$645
$195

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What people say

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Hamilton American Classic Valiant Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Valiant Auto for its classic design elements, such as the sunburst dial and Roman numerals, noting its suitability for everyday elegance and wearability under a cuff. One owner highlights the 39.5mm size and applied indices as a "hidden gem," while another appreciates the clean, simple design with thin Roman numerals. The watch is also commended for its comfortable bracelet and attractive lance hands, with confirmation that the bracelet is indeed changeable. Some owners note the date window's placement at three o'clock is a point of contention, and one owner reports the watch runs at approximately +6 seconds per day after ten years of intermittent use. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton American Classic Valiant Auto highly for its elegant, classic design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon is widely praised for its creative, fun, and original design, with reviewers and owners alike highlighting its vibrant colors and ability to serve as a conversation starter. The watch is considered well-made for its price, featuring a unique aesthetic where a figure's leg indicates the hour and a rubber duck shows the minutes. Some owners report the blue nylon strap can be small in diameter. One reviewer noted the Milanese bracelet was too shiny and opted to brush it and the lugs for a more subdued look. The mechanical variant uses an STP1-11 automatic movement with a 44-hour power reserve and acceptable accuracy, while the quartz variant features a unique dial design with hour markers integrated into the watery visual. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon highly for its imaginative design and good value.

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