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Hamilton American Classic RailRoad Auto ChronovsWolbrook Skindiver II Automatic

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American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono
HamiltonAmerican Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono
MSRP $2,045
Skindiver II Automatic
WolbrookSkindiver II Automatic
MSRP $579
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.

Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic for its retro aesthetic, comfortable 40mm wearability, and legible dial with faux patina, with the brushed finish, drilled lugs, and included Beads of Rice bracelet and tropic strap being highlighted. The watch features a Citizen/Miyota 8315 movement, adjusted in France to ±15 seconds per day, offering a 60-hour power reserve and 200m water resistance with a box sapphire crystal. Some owners note the 20mm strap size as potentially problematic, and Wolbrook's policy of not honoring the warranty on resold watches is a significant criticism. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic highly for its compelling retro design and solid build at its price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono44mm
Skindiver II Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono60h
Skindiver II Automatic40h
Water Resistance
American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono50m
Skindiver II Automatic200m
MSRP
American Classic RailRoad Auto Chrono$2,045
Skindiver II Automatic$579

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
44mm
40mm
Thickness
15.3mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-21
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
60h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,045
$579
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