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Hamilton American Classic RailRoad AutovsMr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon

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American Classic RailRoad Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic RailRoad Auto
MSRP $1,295
A perfectly useless afternoon
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon
MSRP $195

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic RailRoad Auto32mm
A perfectly useless afternoon40mm
Power Reserve
American Classic RailRoad Auto43h
A perfectly useless afternoon40h
Water Resistance
American Classic RailRoad Auto50m
A perfectly useless afternoon
MSRP
American Classic RailRoad Auto$1,295
A perfectly useless afternoon$195

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Casual
Diameter
32mm
40mm
Thickness
11.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
16mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Beige
Standard

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2681
Power Reserve
43h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,295
$195

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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.

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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