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Citizen PCATvsHamilton Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz

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What people say

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Citizen PCAT

Owners widely praise the Citizen PCAT for its exceptional value, noting its perpetual calendar and 200m water resistance as standout features. Reviewers highlight its refined appearance and advanced Eco-Drive, radio-controlled timekeeping, and perpetual calendar functionality. Some owners find the dial information-heavy and legibility challenging on certain sub-dials, while one user points out the E650 movement's limitation to five atomic time zones. Lug widths vary, with some titanium models featuring 24mm. Overall, owners rate the Citizen PCAT highly for its impressive specifications and value proposition.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz for its excellent value, with some enthusiasts appreciating its unique styling. However, the open-heart design is a point of contention; some find it cluttered and prone to collecting dirt, while others report difficulty reading the time with it, particularly as eyesight declines. One owner notes the movement is not exceptional. On balance, owners consider the Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz a superb deal, with its value being the primary draw.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PCAT43mm
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz42mm
Power Reserve
PCAT
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz
Water Resistance
PCAT100m
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz100m
MSRP
PCAT$675
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz$1,075

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Pilot
Chronograph
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
0mm
12.13mm
Lug Width
0mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
E660
251.274
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$675
$1,075
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