Archimede Watches Klassik 42vsHamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto

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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.

Archimede Watches Klassik 42 at true scale

Klassik 42

Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto at true scale

Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto

Diameter

42mm

40mm

Thickness

9.9mm

lowest

10.8mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

n/a

80h

MSRP

$975

lowest

$995

Movement

ETA 2824-2

Hamilton H-10

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
9.9mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
20mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
Hamilton H-10
Power Reserve
n/a
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$975
$995
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Reviews

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

Archimede Watches Klassik 42

The Archimede Watches Klassik 42 is widely praised for its elegant, simple design, particularly its sharp blue accents on the hands and its clear sapphire crystal. Owners appreciate the watch's value, with prices around $400-700 considered very reasonable for the quality and ETA 2824-2 movement. The 42mm case, noted as 9.9mm thin, fits comfortably on wrists, alleviating initial size concerns for some. Accuracy is reported in a range from +3 to +5 seconds per day, with one owner mentioning a manual-wind SW 215 movement. While the stock strap receives mixed reviews, it is easily replaceable, and the overall buying experience is described as great. Overall, owners and the community rate the Archimede Watches Klassik 42 highly for its attractive design and excellent value.

From video reviewers

The hardened steel case and bracelet offer significant durability. The bracelet is a potential area for improvement. Reviewers disagreed on the specific model being reviewed, with one noting ambiguity between "Klassik 42" and "Outdoor 41mm."

Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto for its classic yet modern aesthetic, versatile wearability with suits or jeans, and comfortable fit on average wrists. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its superb case finishing for the price point and its appeal as a great value. Some owners report impressive accuracy, with figures around 1-2 seconds per day. The stock strap is noted as initially stiff, and one owner mentions a discrepancy in the reported case thickness, with Hamilton stating 10.10mm. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto highly for its excellent case finishing and value.

From video reviewers

The watch is considered a good value modern dress watch. Reviewers did not mention any shared weaknesses.