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Hamilton American Classic RailRoad AutovsVario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

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American Classic RailRoad Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic RailRoad Auto
MSRP $1,295
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
Vario1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
MSRP $218

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic RailRoad Auto32mm
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40mm
Power Reserve
American Classic RailRoad Auto43h
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40h
Water Resistance
American Classic RailRoad Auto50m
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz50m
MSRP
American Classic RailRoad Auto$1,295
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz$218

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
32mm
40mm
Thickness
11.3mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
41mm
Lug Width
16mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Beige
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ETA 2681
Miyota 2070/2170
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
43h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,295
$218

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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.

Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz for its superb case finishing, legibility, and premium look, with its 40mm size proving comfortable for many wrists. Reviewers highlight its incredible value at $198, featuring a Miyota solar quartz movement and polished chamfers adding unexpected style. Some owners note the lume is poor and the 50-meter water resistance is limited, while others desire a big date complication not supported by the solar movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz highly for its excellent finishing and value proposition.

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