Alexander James Watches A3 OmenvsHamilton Jazzmaster Performer Automatic

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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.

Alexander James Watches A3 Omen at true scale

A3 Omen

Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Automatic at true scale

Jazzmaster Performer Automatic

Diameter

38mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

n/a

Thickness

10.4mm

lowest

11.5mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

80h

MSRP

$650

lowest

$1,245

Movement

Miyota 9039

Hamilton H-10

Case

3 specs
Category
Casual
Dress
Thickness
10.4mm
11.47mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Hamilton H-10
Power Reserve
0h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$1,245
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Reviews

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

Alexander James Watches A3 Omen

Owners widely praise the Alexander James A3 Omen for its exceptional value, with one owner calling the $75 price a steal, particularly with a gold milanese bracelet. The dial's visual appeal is a frequent highlight, with one owner adoring its changing personalities under different lighting and another finding the green mother-of-pearl dial their favorite, despite deeming it tacky. Accuracy varies, with one owner noting the Miyota 9039 movement is regulated to within +/- 10 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the Alexander James A3 Omen highly for its striking dial and impressive value at its price point.

From video reviewers

The A3 Omen's proportions are the clear point of agreement, with both reviewers calling them dialed-in and well suited to everyday wear. Both also flag the microbrand market as crowded at roughly $600 to $650, so the watch has to earn its place on design refinement rather than spec-sheet value.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Automatic

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Automatic for its clean look, comfort, and stylish design, with one owner noting accuracy averaging just over 2 seconds per day. The 38mm case size is generally considered wearable, though one owner found the 34mm variant too small. A common point of contention among enthusiasts is a dislike for open-heart designs, which some find cluttered. One owner reported an internal movement failure causing the time to jump back, which was resolved through service. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Automatic highly for its comfort and attractive design at its price point.

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