Breitling Avenger ChronographvsHamilton Jazzmaster Performer 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 Avenger Chronograph at true scale

Avenger Chronograph

Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto chrono at true scale

Jazzmaster Performer Auto chrono

Diameter

43mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

50mm

Thickness

16.4mm

15.2mm

lowest

Water Resistance

300m

highest

100m

Power Reserve

48h

60h

highest

MSRP

$6,600

$2,645

lowest

Movement

Breitling 13

Hamilton H-31

Case

5 specs
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
16.43mm
15.22mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
50mm
Finish
Stainless steel
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
White

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Breitling 13
Hamilton H-31
Power Reserve
48h
60h
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,600
$2,645
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Reviews

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Breitling Avenger Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Breitling Avenger Chronograph's handsome looks, comfortable wearability, and excellent value, with many finding it appealing and suitable for daily wear, even during activities like hiking. The bracelet is noted for its dramatic, contrasting brushed and polished links. However, some owners find the 43mm case size at the upper limit of their preference, and one owner describes the watch as chunky and too present for smaller wrists. A specific concern raised by one owner is a consistent 25-second delay in the minute hand's movement after hacking the second hand, attributed to backlash in the gear train. On balance, owners rate the Breitling Avenger Chronograph highly for its aesthetic appeal and perceived value.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto chrono for its sporty design and value, with one owner calling it a great first "grown-up watch." Reviewers note its 42mm case and 60-hour power reserve from the H-31 movement, with a thickness of 15.22mm considered wearable due to balanced construction. The watch is seen as a good entry-level Swiss option with desirable features and a reputable brand name. Some owners report an 80-hour power reserve. The strap is described as stiff out of the box and on the shorter side. Opinions are split on design originality, with some finding it too similar to other chronographs, while others consider it a stealthily beautiful "sleeper model." One owner questioned the bezel's functionality and another felt it might be small and pricey for its specifications. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto chrono highly for its sporty aesthetic and value proposition.

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