Archimede Watches Klassik ChronographvsHamilton 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 Chronograph at true scale

Klassik Chronograph

Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto at true scale

Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto

Diameter

42mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

51mm

n/a

Thickness

13.6mm

10.8mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

n/a

80h

MSRP

$2,276

$995

lowest

Movement

Valjoux 7750

Hamilton H-10

Case

4 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
13.6mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
n/a

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Valjoux 7750
Hamilton H-10
Power Reserve
n/a
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,276
$995
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Reviews

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

Archimede Watches Klassik Chronograph

Archimede Watches Klassik Chronograph owners praise its uncluttered dial for excellent contrast and readability, and the hardened case for durability and comfortable wear. The watch is noted for its simple elegance, with blue hands and strap complementing each other well for casual and less formal occasions. One owner highlights the quality of the watch, mentioning it is a manual-wind conversion of a Valjoux 7753 to manage thickness. The textured dial and blued hands are also appreciated, as is the date window placement at the 6 o'clock position. The Archimede Klassik Chronograph is considered a fantastic GADA watch for its price, offering great quality and service from the family-owned company. On balance, owners rate the Archimede Watches Klassik Chronograph highly for its elegant design and perceived quality at its price point.

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.