Aigi Watches Polaris 40mm BlackvsHamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Special Edition

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Aigi Watches Polaris 40mm Black at true scale

Polaris 40mm Black

Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Special Edition at true scale

Jazzmaster Thinline Special Edition

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Thickness

7.2mm

lowest

7.3mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

$203

lowest

$825

Movement

Quartz

Hamilton 980.163

Case

2 specs
Thickness
7.2mm
7.35mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
n/a
Hamilton 980.163

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$203
$825
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Aigi Watches Polaris 40mm Black

Owners widely praise the Aigi Watches Polaris 40MM Black for its value and classic dial design, with one owner calling it among the best high horology watches for the price. Some owners note a crown that can turn while controlling the bezel, a bracelet clasp with sharp edges, and minor finishing flaws visible only under extreme magnification. Overall, owners rate the Aigi Watches Polaris 40MM Black highly for its value and classic design.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Special Edition

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Special Edition for its excellent value, thin 7mm profile, and clean dial design featuring superb, slightly raised metallic hour numerals. Its ETA quartz movement offers fantastic accuracy, and the lack of a second hand, combined with sharp minute markers, allows for precise time-telling at a glance, making it ideal for fitting under shirt cuffs. The watch is also commended for its beauty, incredible finishing for the price, and a comfortable, retro "pebble-like" feel. However, some owners find its price steep and note the lume is terrible, disappearing within minutes. One owner sold the watch after six months, citing the lack of AR coating and general dissatisfaction. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Special Edition highly for its elegant design and finishing at the price point.