Azimuth Mecha-1 Chrono GaugevsHamilton Jazzmaster Seaview Auto Chrono
lug2lug doesn't sell watches. Buy links open the brand's or seller's own site. Some links are affiliate links: lug2lug may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Disclosures
Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.
Mecha-1 Chrono Gauge
Jazzmaster Seaview Auto Chrono
Diameter
43mm
44mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
n/a
Thickness
n/a
14.9mm
Water Resistance
50m
n/a
MSRP
$6,096
$2,045
lowest
Movement
Valjoux 7750
Automatic
Case
5 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Azimuth Mecha-1 Chrono Gauge for its unique and cool design, with some enjoying its substantial weight and one-of-a-kind nature. However, confusion exists regarding time-telling, with one owner suggesting the top indicator is the hour and the bottom the minute. Some find the 43mm case size makes their wrists look inadequate. Overall, owners consider the Azimuth Mecha-1 Chrono Gauge a fantastic and rare timepiece for its unique appeal.
Owners report a wide range of timekeeping accuracy, with one user noting a deviation of approximately +15 seconds per day after seven years of wear, which improved to +/- 4 seconds per day after servicing. Another owner praises the Hamilton Jazzmaster Seaview Auto Chrono for its sapphire bezel, clean dial, and mixed polished/brushed finishing. On balance, owners find the Hamilton Jazzmaster Seaview Auto Chrono aesthetically pleasing with good finishing, though one user questioned its value proposition at retail price.
Similar watches
Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price, microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.
