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Hamilton American Classic RailRoad AutovsLorier Hydra SIII

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American Classic RailRoad Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic RailRoad Auto
MSRP $1,295
Hydra SIII
LorierHydra SIII
MSRP $699

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic RailRoad Auto32mm
Hydra SIII39mm
Power Reserve
American Classic RailRoad Auto43h
Hydra SIII40h
Water Resistance
American Classic RailRoad Auto50m
Hydra SIII200m
MSRP
American Classic RailRoad Auto$1,295
Hydra SIII$699

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
32mm
39mm
Thickness
11.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
16mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Beige
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2681
Power Reserve
43h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,295
$699

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What people say

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Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto as a versatile everyday watch, noting its stellar appearance on bracelet or strap and the desirable H-10 movement providing an 80-hour power reserve. The 40mm case, measuring 11.35mm thick with slightly turned-down lugs, contributes to a thinner perceived profile. It is offered for $430 shipped and includes a travel pouch.

Lorier Hydra SIII

Owners and reviewers praise the Lorier Hydra SIII for its value, GMT functionality via the Miyota 9075 movement, and classic travel-diver aesthetics. Some reviewers note the finishing is simple or a tad rough around the edges, while others find it good for the price. Accuracy figures range from +7 to +8.5 seconds per day. The domed Hesalite crystal may exhibit distortion. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Lorier Hydra SIII highly for its feature set and value proposition in a travel-diver format.

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