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Hamilton American Classic Valiant AutovsTraska Seafarer Charcoal

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American Classic Valiant Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic Valiant Auto
MSRP $645
Seafarer Charcoal
TraskaSeafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Valiant Auto34mm
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Valiant Auto80h
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Water Resistance
American Classic Valiant Auto50m
Seafarer Charcoal150m
MSRP
American Classic Valiant Auto$645
Seafarer Charcoal$665

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
34mm
40mm
Thickness
10.58mm
12mm
Lug Width
16mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Silver
White
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova BGW9

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
H-10
9039
Power Reserve
80h
42h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$645
$665

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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.

Traska Seafarer Charcoal

The Traska Seafarer Charcoal's notable strength is its refined finishing, which elevates it from a field watch to a luxury-like piece. A shared weakness is the dim lume, which may be a drawback for those who value nighttime visibility. Reviewers disagree on the watch's build, with one reviewer noting a more substantial build and larger case size, while the other does not mention this feature.

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