A subtle texture – seen best under zoom – ensures the diffusion of light as it encounters the dial. The blue dial changes as it moves, showing a multi-faceted hue that sweeps the blue spectrum. Both straps are excellent and comfortable the leather makes it look Formula-racer, while the nato turns it into a California-cruiser. Of the two straps, the black and red leather blue and red nato is my favorite. The red hour hand is matched by the first 15 seconds marking the outer ring, as well as accented by the underside of the leather strap or inside the striped nato alternate. The world and nature of watchmaking today has changed, and while what Hamilton has presented with the modern Pan Europ is a contemporary take on the classic, it is first and foremost something beautiful in its own right. I think that it pays a beautiful homage to what debuted in 1971. I’ve read reviews of the Pan Europ that disparage it for deviating too much from its inspiration piece. More impressive is that all it takes to stay charged is being worn for a few hours once every three days. In a world where your auto is likely to have a power reserve of around 40 hours, to have something twice that is impressive. Of course, it’s the immense power reserve that makes this movement really special. I have enjoyed plenty of experience with Hamilton’s H-30 movement, which boasts an impressive 80 hours of power reserve. According to Toolwatch.io, the H-30 inside the Pan-Europ Auto is accurate to within 4 seconds per day- fantastic! Today, it is run by the awesome H-30 automatic, an ETA-derived movement with a massive 80 hour power reserve. The Pan Europ is beautiful in form and function, showcasing a gorgeous tiered dial and Hamilton’s H-30 movement with day/date complications.Ībout a year ago I read an excellent piece about the Pan-Europ on by Blake Buettner from Hodinkee, and when I saw the modern Pan-Europ in the flesh I thought back to Blake’s excellent breakdown of the Pan-Europ’s history. Its origins go as far back as the early ’60’s, while the example I’m wearing today made its debut in 2011.īack in the day, the Pan-Europ had the venerable Caliber 11 inside. I knew when I saw it that I had to have it. More than any other piece I’ve seen in the $1,000 price range, the Pan-Europ connects with so many of the things I value I appreciate a timepiece with personality, and the Pan-Europ has that in spades. I knew that resolution was going to flop when I first encountered the blue-dialed Pan Europ. It’s curious that I am Holding the excellent Hamilton Pan-Europ despite a resolution to myself that I wouldn’t purchase another Hamilton or Tissot for a while. I’ve been wanting to branch out and get into some new movements and brands.

Hamilton automatic watches for men