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"Ruggedly handsome...just like me." Well we can't confirm or deny that until you give us the long awaited face reveal, Mr. Talking Hands!

I’ve been wearing this watch as my daily for the past six months. Can’t count the number of compliments I’ve received, this is one of the best watches I’ve ever had!

In my opinion what sets Watchfinder gets so right is how they write/script there videos. Just like the watches they review, WF is as detailed. Keeping the ability to be as precise with words matches perfectly pared to the watches we have grown to love. Keep it up WF. This channel really does celebrate these modern marvels.

I have this watch (LOVE IT!) and was going to do a review... but... there's this. The review has been done.

Both Longines and Hamilton, fantastic quality for money by Swatch group, have the same problem with many of their models: Too big lugs.

I love how you always bring these watches to life, telling their story in an engaging way that makes you really appreciate the horology behind them.

This narration is one of the best on the entire web! You should (already have?) start a podcast!

I’m showing my age here in a big way. Every time I hear Hamilton intra-matic. I get embarrassing flashbacks of the Kodak Instamatic. The originator of the selfie. Don’t argue!

Budget watch for 3000$? Are you out of your mind?

This was my first Swiss watch purchase last month, and boy - I don't regret it one bit. Beauty of a watch

I have been looking at a 'Panda' chrono for a while and narrowed it down to the Breitling Top Time, Seiko Speedtimer and the Hamilton Intra-matic. Every time I keep coming back to the Hamilton as the best choice with the least compromises. Now I just have to find one (probably pre-owned) at a price I can't resist. Thanks WatchFinder for the excellent review, it definitely helped in my decision making 🙂

What a pleasant surprise seeing the watch you're wearing being reviewed on Watchfinder! makes you appreciate it even more. Great video as always! I've got the leather strap version, first mechanical watch and I'm loving it. I was afraid it would be too big for my small 15.9cm wrist (although my wrist is kinda flat, which helps), but even with its thickness and big lugs, the watch fits surprisingly well. Love the panda color and the classic racing watch look.

I've gotten more complements on my Hamilton Intra-Matic than any other watch I wear. It's just an all around great watch.

You can't call this a BUDGET watch in capital letters when it's 2000 pounds. There's literally THOUSANDS of watches that fit the "budget watch" category better. For example, a Lorier Gemini with the Seagull movement has the same panda vibe and amazing build quality for the money, a true vintage inspired manual chrono. What it doesn't have is HERITAGE and a Swiss movement, which this Hamilton absolutely does, hence by definition not being a BUDGET watch. I absolutely love this particular Hamilton, but again, it's NOT a BUDGET watch. It's literally their most expensive watch!

I always seem to come back to this watch when I look for a chrono. Stunning watch and looks just as good on the mesh as it does on a leather strap.

Thanks a lot for this review 👍. This Hamilton is on my list since almost 2 years but wasn’t sure it‘s the chronograph for me. After watching your review, guess who ordered one? You‘re doing a wonderful job, presenting all kinds of watches ⌚️

If you want to take another step down in price/prestige but same aesthetic Sugess makes a 1901 powered swan neck 40mm version for about $200 bucks.

Very proud to say I’m one of the 40% subscribed! 👍🏼 - Also, I have the blue version of the non-chrono Intramatic. Superb everyday wear. To your point, when my wife first saw it she said, “hmm….looks rich”. Indeed it does.

I love this channel. I love how it's not only a place where you hear about the greatness of Rolex, but a bunch of other great watches that weren't on my radar before

Thank you for considering the Hamilton Intra-Matic Chronograph watch on your platform; "I bought one, and love the style".

This is more handsome yet considerably cheaper than the similar looking Tudor chronograph. The perfect size now for a chrono too. Hamilton are definitely growing in their rankings for me as of late with this, the khaki field mechanical, PSR and classic Ventura as well. Yet all still relatively affordable.

Thanks Mr Talking Hands. I was so impressed with this watch..........and your video of course, I’ve just bought one. The green dial with stainless bracelet. And for a great price $2622 AUD or £1370. Outstanding value for a fantastic looking watch. Thanks again for bringing it to my attention. LOVE YOUR WORK!!!! Regards, Greg from OZ

I have owned this watch for two years and adore it. Hamilton punches far above its weight.

The intramatic is easily one of my all time favourite watches. Even more to the point, as you said, it has provenance, technology and price point. This is a watch I can easily justify. If my wife lets me, of course!

I have the blue version of this watch - one of my favourites. Especially as they are often discounted, making them brilliant VFM. I preferred this to my Speedy - which I sold recently.....

"The horological equivalent of a tramp stamp," you, sir, are out of control....and I love it.

I have the 42mm reverse panda version. It's a lovely watch. I don't mind the size because I'm 6'5" so it does look too large

I love your content I am petrol head who loves watches and u always seem to touch on classic cars. Can you please review the GP loreato absolute F1.

I couldn’t imagine not subscribing to this channel to the tune of 60% of people watching - this is the single best watch channel on RU-vid by a long shot.

This is one of my favorite watches in my collection. I LOVE this watch!

Ahhh sooo good! Thank you for this! This is actually just the video I needed today! :)

This is one of the very best looking chronographs regardless of price. The quality is excellent as is with all Hamiltons. Now the question is do you get the Auto or the hand wound?

I have the blue Panda version, and it's one of my all-time favorite pieces

Been my daily for about three months. Does about 3 seconds a day. I changed the bracelet for a burgundy Ostrich strap. More than happy.

4:24 whoever writes the lines for these videos deserves gold, I died laughing

An open case back and this would be even more amazing

Please review Blancpain Villeret - hugely underestimated imo.

Always said at some point I will add a Hamilton to the collection and think it could be this. Great video.

Excellent review! There is another watch that gives so much horological value for even less money...TISSOT lE LOCLE CHRONOGRAPH T006.414.16.263.00 with a similar movement, same power reserve and transparent case back. PLEEEESE DO A REVIEW OF THAT WATCH!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 Literally not a single review of that watch enywhere.

This is a damn fine looking watch. Hamilton is the best bang for your buck watch brand in my humble opinion.

My favourite Hamilton of this moment 😍 Very beautiful and perfect combo with the bracelet. Nice video 👍🏻😊

This watch is 10/10 gorgeous.

I have the basic Intra-Matic (no chronograph) and its the best daily watch I have owned so far

LOVE Hamilton!!! To me it's the very best major watch brand at a moderate price. Better than Seiko, better than Tissot, Casio, Glycine, Oris, Longines and many others. And Hamilton's vintage watches are the epitome of unconventional, endlessly creative design, the Ventura being only one of MANY such examples.

I find Hamilton to be under-appreciated, especially outside of the Khaki line. I think they make several watches that punch well above their weight.

Such a nice time piece. Never knew this Hamilton!!!

perfect timing! I've been thinking of buying this watch.

a less expensive alternative to the zenith chrono if u dont mind hand wind

I also have this watch, and it is totally amazing… I loved it !!!

Hamilton as a brand in general is absolute VALUE. They got history, they got heritage, they have their own style and character, quality, very reasonably priced, they are cool and recognizable. Non watch people will know what a Hamilton is, because of literally hundreds of movies they appeared in. I think for the money hands down the bast brand out there. I love their watches so much.

I recently got the Tudor BB Panda, love it but this is nice as well. Next up Rolex Date Just ,green w/ flutted bezel..

I enjoyed this one more that I thought I would. I think it's the watch that makes the video hit that Goldilocks sweet spot. I would love to see your review of a Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer Auto Chrono.

Please make some videos for women’s watches (non Quartz)

Hammy is amazing, especially with the 80 hour movement. It single-handedly satisfied my fix for a vintage styled racing chronograph. I don't need a chronograph to be higher quality than this, if that makes sense. And as an American, I love giving a traditionally American brand some attention as opposed to the usual suspects.

I love this freaking watch the American 🇺🇸/ Swiss 🇨🇭 combo is a heavenly pedigree of history function and downright “rugged good looks”

This is the only Hamilton that really appeals to me - it's gorgeous. Also, "... the horological equivalent of a tramp-stamp"... :-D :-D

I clicked like three seconds into the video, then when he mentioned Pink Floyd I reached to the magic button again, but to no avail.

I bought this yesterday and absolutely love it.

Thinking of this as a 40th present to myself. I'm a broke professional and have worn a $90 gshock for the last 13 years!

Normally i am not fan of Chronograph but man in Silver dial and black belt this watch looks stunning and made me fall in love with it. Ok i am gonna buy this watch.

Please do a video including the ZRC Grands Fonds 300, perhaps navy divers including Marathon, CWC, Panerai, etc? Very unique watch with functionality design and great history. As always, your videos are top tier videography and script

40mm’s but the lugs are huge. It still wears like a 42 🥲. Great watch, a pity it is too big for me.

what about the seagull 1963?

Great video but it’s just an extended advertisement. We would really appreciate if you can also include a review and tell us about both pros and cons. There are other videos with the small issues of the watch.

I Believe Buren also joined the ‘intra-matic’ pact, besides Hamilton and Heuer. Buren actually made this exact design back in the days as well

I will admit I'm not a subscriber for one simple reason. You will cost me a fortune! Just ordered this watch as I've always liked it. Imo Hamilton Oris and Tudor represent great value for money and are the brands I wear more than any other. Love your videos and your passion, but too scared to subscribe!

I have a Jazzmaster with ETA 2892, which is incredibly accurate, and yesterday I bought a Khaki Field Aviation automatic with H30 and an 80-hour power reserve with a blue dial. Hamilton watches offer a lot for their price, which justifies their purchase.

Love Hamilton, My daily wear is mechanical khaki field, been thinking about this one, but it is still fair amount of money, might go for a 38mm interstellar watch.

"Pink Floyd" got a like... "Tramp Stamp" got a laugh... Well done, Watchfinder, well done indeed...

The one and only watch channel where the comment sections are sane and there's no drama.

Just had my Hamilton khaki serviced, it came back with a new case, and the old one also. Brilliant.

It’s honestly the best looking chronograph on the market. Beats the Daytona in my opinion

This is my mini grail. Hoping to get it by next year

Ticking away the moments that make up a dull day Fritter and waste the hours in an offhand way Kicking around on a piece of ground in your hometown Waiting for someone or something to show you the way Tired of lying in the sunshine, staying home to watch the rain You are young and life is long, and there is time to kill today And then one day you find ten years have got behind you No one told you when to run, you missed the starting gun And you run, and you run to catch up with the sun but it's sinking Racing around to come up behind you again The sun is the same in a relative way but you're older Shorter of breath and one day closer to death Every year is getting shorter, never seem to find the time Plans that either come to naught or half a page of scribbled lines Hanging on in quiet desperation is the English way The time is gone, the song is over, thought I'd something more to say Home, home again I like to be here when I can And when I come home cold and tired It's good to warm my bones beside the fire Far away across the field The tolling of the iron bell Calls the faithful to their knees To hear the softly spoken magic spells

Why does the caseback state H384160 where as website states H38416711??

You should take a look at the Marloe range out of Perth Scotland. The chronographs are in the £975 range and they are stunning.

“Ruggedly handsome, just like me”. The best line of this video

The names of many of those 60s and 70s watches were so damn cool (an overused word, but struggling to think of an alternative). The Intra-Matic, the Jet, the Autavia. Hamilton has some particularly great names. SARB033 doesn't really have the same ring now does it?

Must admit I've been looking at this for a while, need to see It in the flesh I think

Have this watch. Thing I don’t like is the date pusher and the thickness of it. Also the indexes and the hands on makes legibility,it’s poor due to reflection.

I would love to see the Tudor 1926 featured. Mainly cause no one talks about it but it is such a beautiful watch.

Great video! I'd love to see a video about the different types of lume (e.g. superluminova, tritium) used in the watch industry. That would be super interesting.

You are the Uber-Narrator, and your taste in music is equally fine!

40mm is better, but I would personally prefer a 36-38mm size for such a retro styled watch

A1 video! I enjoy the vintage style when it’s got some roots. Someone called my Rolex sub vintage and I kinda laughed just cus the same look was used then dose not mean this boy won’t go to the bottom of Lake Michigan and back

Nice to see a non-clickbait title. This video quality is too good for those.

Thanks for this great video. I ordered this watch and i wait for it and i think i did everything right…. .👍🏻😊🤗

Really a beautiful watch for the price.My favorite is however the IWC Portugieser.

Hi, would it be too much to ask for a video comparing this Hamilton to the Hanhart Pioneer 417ES, now I dont know witch one to buy, both are great. Greetings from MX!

Even at a lower price and still looking more expensive than it actually is, is the Seagull 1963 panda chronograph.

I'm aware this is more a luxury watch ⌚ channel. But am curious on your opinion on the CasiOak? Went and bout the Seiko 5 SRPD after watching your review. Could you review a few more good watches say under £1000 please 🙏

"The horologic equivalent of a tramp stamp" -brilliant

Truly beautiful piece 🐼👌🏼

I’d take the new Hamilton Intramatic Chronograph H - it’s the handwind, dateless, box sapphire version of this.

Love the design. Had a 7750 Hamilton, superb watch until I looked into service costs.... Can't beat a bit of Pink Floyd 👍🏻👍🏻

How about a review on this amazing French watch brand LIPP.. so innovative in the 60/70's , great désigner collaborated to their legend

Almost pulled the trigger getting this but ended up with an Alpinist instead. It is still on my list though

The pushers stick out way too far. Once I noticed this, I can’t unsee it. If this watch had better lume (I believe one should make it strong if going to be used at all) and more compact pushers, and maybe a slightly more compact lug to lug, it would be epic.

Can't say I've ever been a fan of Hamilton as a brand, but this one is simply gorgeous & great bang per buck