Astor + Banks AB1405vsHamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Auto

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.

The Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Auto is widely praised for its gorgeous, stunning, and captivating dials, particularly the champagne and burgundy variants, and its thin, comfortable, vintage-inspired design that fits well under shirt cuffs. Owners appreciate its clean, simple aesthetic, often noting the beauty of its applied indices and dauphine hands, and the slim profile afforded by its movement. Some users find the absence of a second hand liberating for quick setting and avoiding accuracy checks. However, opinions are mixed on its thinness, with some finding it too thin for their preference. The ETA 2892-A2 movement's rotor noise is noted by several owners as audible due to the thin case, and the winding feel is described by one owner as unrefined. The small crown is also flagged as difficult to manipulate, and the OEM strap is disliked by one owner. One source mentions the polished case may show light swirlies.