Astor + Banks AB1405vsHamilton 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.

Astor + Banks AB1405 at true scale

AB1405

Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto at true scale

Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto

Diameter

42mm

40mm

Thickness

n/a

10.8mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

n/a

80h

MSRP

$1,499

$995

lowest

Movement

Manual

Hamilton H-10

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
n/a
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
n/a
Hamilton H-10
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
0h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,499
$995
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Reviews

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

Astor + Banks AB1405

Owners widely praise the Astor + Banks AB1405 for its solid finishing and impressive bracelet, with one owner noting it is extremely well-regulated and accurate. The manual-wind movement is a point of discussion, with some finding it a great value for a mechanical watch. One reviewer flagged legibility issues with the fully lumed dial and a recessed date display. Overall, owners rate the Astor + Banks AB1405 highly for its build quality and value.

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.