Casio EFR-574DEvsHamilton Jazzmaster Maestro 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.

Casio EFR-574DE at true scale

EFR-574DE

Hamilton Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono at true scale

Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono

Diameter

42.3mm

45mm

Lug-to-Lug

47.5mm

n/a

Thickness

11.4mm

lowest

15.3mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

60h

MSRP

$220

lowest

$1,995

Movement

Quartz

Hamilton H-21

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42.3mm
45mm
Thickness
11.4mm
15.35mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
23mm
Finish
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
No
n/a
Dial Color
Silver
Blue

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
n/a
Hamilton H-21
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
n/a
60h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$220
$1,995
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Casio EFR-574DE

Owners praise the Casio EFR-574DE for its tool-like aesthetic, responsive pushers, solid 20mm bracelet, day-date complication, and good lume, noting its great size and value. One owner reports the stopwatch reset button causes the hand to move backward before returning to its end point, finds the bezel's 60-second marker misaligned, and considers the watch heavy and defective. On balance, owners appreciate the Casio EFR-574DE for its tool-like aesthetic and functional complications, despite isolated reports of defects and weight.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono's premium case finishing and versatile dial layout, suitable for both casual and formal wear. Some owners note the 45mm size can be bulky and may not fit under shirt cuffs, and a lack of a second hand is a deal-breaker for some. Accuracy figures range from gaining about 5 seconds per day to keeping time within 10 seconds per day even after many years without service. Concerns exist regarding the serviceability and potential maintenance costs of the H-21 movement. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono highly for its substantial build quality and attractive design despite some size and movement serviceability considerations.

From video reviewers

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

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