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Hamilton American Classic Valiant AutovsPinion Pure Steel

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American Classic Valiant Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic Valiant Auto
MSRP $645
Pure Steel
PinionPure Steel
MSRP $1,715

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Valiant Auto34mm
Pure Steel38mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Valiant Auto80h
Pure Steel45h
Water Resistance
American Classic Valiant Auto50m
Pure Steel100m
MSRP
American Classic Valiant Auto$645
Pure Steel$1,715

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
34mm
38mm
Thickness
10.58mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44mm
Lug Width
16mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-10
Sellita SW261-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
80h
45h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$645
$1,715

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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.

Pinion Pure Steel

Owners widely praise the Pinion Pure Steel's balanced 38mm case size and 44mm lug-to-lug, fitting most wrists well. The dial is described as clear and essential, though reviewers note the lack of a minute track makes precise minute setting difficult. Accuracy is regulated in-house to +/- 5 to +/- 15 seconds per day. Some commenters found the white straps on featured watches to look "horrible." Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Pinion Pure Steel for its well-proportioned case and essential dial design.

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