Cincinnati Watch Company 36mm AutomaticvsHamilton Jazzmaster Performer Automatic

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Measurements
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36mm Automatic

Jazzmaster Performer Automatic
Diameter
36mm
38mm
Thickness
n/a
11.5mm
Water Resistance
n/a
100m
Power Reserve
67h
80h
highest
MSRP
$1,800
$1,245
lowest
Movement
Automatic
Hamilton H-10
Case
3 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners praise the Cincinnati Watch Company 36mm Automatic for its attractive, vintage-inspired design and the desirable 36mm case size. One owner describes the watch as a piece of art, while another highlights its solid build quality despite a slightly high price. The substantial lugs on the 36mm case are noted to make it wear larger. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Cincinnati Watch Company 36mm Automatic for its classic aesthetic and the well-executed 36mm sizing.
Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Automatic for its clean look, comfort, and stylish design, with one owner noting accuracy averaging just over 2 seconds per day. The 38mm case size is generally considered wearable, though one owner found the 34mm variant too small. A common point of contention among enthusiasts is a dislike for open-heart designs, which some find cluttered. One owner reported an internal movement failure causing the time to jump back, which was resolved through service. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Automatic highly for its comfort and attractive design at its price point.
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