Breitling Top Time B01 Chronograph 41 Eddy MerckxvsHamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono

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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.

Breitling Top Time B01 Chronograph 41 Eddy Merckx at true scale

Top Time B01 Chronograph 41 Eddy Merckx

Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono at true scale

Jazzmaster Auto Chrono

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Thickness

13.3mm

lowest

15.2mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

60h

MSRP

$8,450

$2,095

lowest

Movement

Automatic

Hamilton H-21

Case

3 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
13.3mm
15.23mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Hamilton H-21
Power Reserve
0h
60h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,450
$2,095
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Reviews

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Breitling Top Time B01 Chronograph 41 Eddy Merckx

Owners widely praise the Breitling Top Time B01 Chronograph 41 Eddy Merckx for its attractive, decorated dial, with specific appreciation for the yellow and blue dial variants. One owner notes the B01 movement is great-running and COSC-certified, featuring a 70-hour power reserve. The case shape is described as making the 41mm watch wear larger than its dimensions suggest. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Top Time B01 Chronograph 41 Eddy Merckx highly for its fun chronograph design and well-made B01 movement.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono for its excellent value and substantial, dressy appearance, with many noting its superior quality and finish compared to other brands. The H-21 movement offers a 60-hour power reserve, though its thickness makes the watch unsuitable for those seeking a slim profile. Some owners express a preference for a 3-6-9 subdial layout or a smaller case size. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono highly for its strong value proposition and appealing aesthetic.

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