Awake Watches Son MàivsHamilton Jazzmaster Day Date Auto
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Measurements
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Son Mài
Jazzmaster Day Date Auto
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.6mm
n/a
Thickness
11.8mm
11.5mm
lowest
Water Resistance
50m
50m
Power Reserve
n/a
80h
MSRP
$2,299
$1,045
lowest
Movement
La Joux-Perret G101
Hamilton H-40
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Awake Watches Son Mài is praised for its step up in finishing and attention to detail, featuring impressive handcrafted dials with silver leaf gilding and lacquered colors, combined with excellent Super-LumiNova application. Its 39mm recycled steel case is comfortable and works well as a daily watch, though the dial design makes it wear larger. The dial features meticulous lacquer work and a hidden, hand-chiselled silhouette. The La Joux-Perret G101 automatic movement offers a 68-hour power reserve. Overall, reviewers highly regard the Awake Watches Son Mài for its impressive handcrafted dials and comfortable 39mm case.
The Son Mài's lacquer dial is consistently praised for its depth and intricate detail. Sharp lugs are cited as a drawback affecting comfort. Reviewers disagree on the value proposition compared to luxury brands.
Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Day Date Auto for its versatility as an everyday and business-casual timepiece, with some questioning its suitability for formal wear. One owner selected it as an engagement gift, viewing it as a strong foundation for a watch collection, while another found it to be the best-fitting option after trying several watches. The Hamilton Jazzmaster Day Date Auto is also noted for offering great value for money. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Day Date Auto highly for its versatility and perceived value.
The watch offers excellent build quality for its price point, with an 80-hour power reserve from the H-40 movement. The 50-meter water resistance is a limitation. Reviewers disagreed on the aesthetic appeal of the date window at 6 o'clock.
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