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Astor + Banks Chrono

Owners widely praise the Astor + Banks Chrono for its sporty design, wrist-friendly 38.5mm size, and enthusiast-friendly price starting at $525. One reviewer notes the date numeral is consistently half in shadow due to deep-set placement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Chrono highly for its design and value at the price point.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono for its dramatic increase in quality and attention to detail, its versatile dial layout suitable for dressing up or down, and its bulletproof build that remains problem-free for years. Accuracy figures range from gaining about 5 seconds per day to keeping time within 10 seconds per day even after extended periods without service. Some owners find the lack of a second hand a deal-breaker, and the 45mm size can be chunky and may not fit under shirt sleeves. Concerns exist regarding the movement's serviceability, high maintenance costs, and intervals. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono highly for its robust build and quality for the price, despite some reservations about its size and serviceability.

From video reviewers

The Valjoux 7750 chronograph movement is cited as a strength. Reviewers noted the movement is not without flaws.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono44mm
Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono45mm
Power Reserve
Chrono
Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono60h
Water Resistance
Chrono100m
Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono100m
MSRP
Chrono$575
Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono$1,995

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
44mm
45mm
Thickness
15.35mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
23mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Ronda 5050.B
Hamilton H-21
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
0h
60h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$575
$1,995
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