Certina DS-7 QuartzvsHamilton Jazzmaster Gent Quartz

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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.

Certina DS-7 Quartz at true scale

DS-7 Quartz

Hamilton Jazzmaster Gent Quartz at true scale

Jazzmaster Gent Quartz

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

n/a

Thickness

9.7mm

lowest

10.2mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

MSRP

$532

lowest

$745

Movement

F06.412

Hamilton F06.111

Case

6 specs
Category
n/a
Dress
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
9.72mm
10.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a
Lug Width
10mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
F06.412
Hamilton F06.111

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$532
$745
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Reviews

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

Certina DS-7 Quartz

Owners widely praise the Certina DS-7 Quartz for its excellent case finishing and comfortable 39mm wearability, with some preferring its wrist presence over other integrated bracelet watches. The green dial is a particular highlight for one owner. The Certina DS-7 Quartz features a quartz movement and 100m water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Certina DS-7 Quartz highly for its refined finishing and comfortable proportions at its price point.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Gent Quartz

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Gent Quartz for its sophisticated and unique dressier aesthetic, with specific admiration for the dark, iridescent dial and the machine-work on the minute markers, which some liken to a mid-century modern design. The 40mm case size is generally considered well-proportioned, fitting comfortably on wrists around 6.75 inches, though one owner found it massive and advised trying it on before buying. Some owners debate the lug-to-lug measurements, and a few found specific dial variants, like the open-heart, difficult to read due to busy detailing. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Gent Quartz highly for its elegant design and balanced aesthetic at the price point.

From video reviewers

The sunburst blue dial and quartz movement accuracy are defining strengths of this watch. Both reviewers affirm the quality materials and modern styling, though specific performance comparisons or durability concerns were not detailed by either reviewer.