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Alexander James Watches A3 OmenvsHamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Auto

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Alexander James Watches A3 Omen

Owners widely praise the Alexander James Watches A3 for its exceptional value, with one owner calling the $75 price a steal, especially with a gold milanese bracelet. The dial's ability to shift appearance under different lighting conditions is a frequently admired trait, and the BGW9 Superluminova is described as great, though not the brightest. One owner noted the 39mm case diameter and 20mm lug width. Overall, owners rate the Alexander James Watches A3 highly for its striking dial and remarkable value proposition.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Auto for its gorgeous, stunning, and captivating dials, particularly the champagne and burgundy variants, and its thin, comfortable profile, often noted at around 7mm to 8.4mm, making it ideal for wearability under shirt cuffs. The ETA 2892 movement is considered a strong value, though some owners report the rotor can be noisy and the winding feel unrefined, while others find the small crown difficult to manipulate. The absence of a second hand is polarizing, with some appreciating the simplicity and ease of setting, while others miss its presence. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Auto highly for its attractive, thin design and dial beauty at its price point.

From video reviewers

The slim case profile and affordable price point are consistently praised. Reviewers noted the absence of a second hand.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A3 Omen38mm
Jazzmaster Thinline Auto40mm
Power Reserve
A3 Omen
Jazzmaster Thinline Auto42h
Water Resistance
A3 Omen100m
Jazzmaster Thinline Auto50m
MSRP
A3 Omen$650
Jazzmaster Thinline Auto$1,145

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
10.4mm
8.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
0mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Beige

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
ETA 2892-A2
Power Reserve
0h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$1,145
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