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Sinn 936 SvsHamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono

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What people say

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Sinn 936 S

The Sinn 936 S is lauded for its purposeful bicompax dial, scratch-resistant TEGIMENT-hardened black-coated case, and the in-house SZ05 movement. Reviewers highlight its 60-minute register for immediate readability and 100 meters of water resistance with pushers operable underwater, along with 1,000 gauss anti-magnetism. At 43mm and 15mm thick, its size is noted as large, and the price is €4,150. One reviewer expressed a desire for a re-engineered bracelet from Sinn, considering it a brand weakness. Overall, reviewers rate the Sinn 936 S highly for its focused chronograph purpose and robust specifications at its price point.

From video reviewers

The high visibility dial design is a consensus strength. The lume brightness was noted as limited. Reviewers disagreed on the necessity of the date display.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono for its excellent value, blend of classy and sporty design, and detailed dial with applied markers. The watch is noted for its impressive accuracy, with figures ranging from +0.5 to +3 seconds per day. Its 42mm case is described as a classic size with a mix of polished and brushed finishes, and the reverse panda dial is a particular highlight for some. However, the lume is consistently criticized as fading quickly and being underwhelming, and the internal bezel's functionality is found to be cumbersome. One owner found the watch too formal for their needs, while another noted the square case can wear larger than some alternatives. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono highly for its exceptional value and attractive, accurate timekeeping.

From video reviewers

The watch features a quality automatic chronograph movement. The date setting mechanism, requiring a specialized pusher tool, is a notable drawback. Reviewers disagreed on whether the watch competes effectively with luxury alternatives at its price point.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
936 S43mm
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono42mm
Power Reserve
936 S38h
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono60h
Water Resistance
936 S100m
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono100m
MSRP
936 S$4,482
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono$1,845

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Tool
Chronograph
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
15mm
14.83mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Finish
black
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Underside
Indices
Lume
Luminescent
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SINN movement SZ05
H-31
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
38h
60h
Jewels
26
0
Complications
Date, Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,482
$1,845
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