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Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto ChronovsMarathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

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American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono
HamiltonAmerican Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono
MSRP $2,045
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono44mm
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
Power Reserve
American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono60h
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Water Resistance
American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono50m
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
MSRP
American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono$2,045
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
44mm
36mm
Thickness
15.3mm
18mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
White

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-21
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
60h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,045
$1,800

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What people say

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Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono for its historical brand appeal and spectacular appearance, calling the ETA 7750 movement a "tank" and appreciating the date magnifier's integration. Some find its design a bit busy compared to other models. One owner notes an 80-hour power reserve from the H-10 movement and a 40mm case with turned-down lugs for a thinner appearance. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono highly for its historical brand appeal and robust movement at its price point.

Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

The Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic is lauded for its utilitarian, no-nonsense design, exceptional tritium lume for visibility, and comfortable 41mm wearability. Reviewers highlight its robust build, meeting ISO 6425 dive watch standards and approved for military use, demonstrating durability during demanding activities. One reviewer notes the stock rubber strap requires modification for a proper fit. Overall, reviewers rate the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic highly for its focus on utility and ruggedness at its price point.

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