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Citizen Series 8 890 City LightsvsHamilton Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono

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Series 8 890 City Lights
CitizenSeries 8 890 City Lights
MSRP $1,495
Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono
HamiltonJazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono
MSRP $2,275
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Citizen Series 8 890 City Lights

The Citizen Series 8 890 City Lights features a geometric dial inspired by skyscraper shadows, with the silver model noted for its versatility. The watch is housed in a 40.1mm octagonal case with brushed and polished finishes, and uses the Miyota 9051 movement with a 42-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers highlight the unique dial design as a key appeal of the Citizen Series 8 890 City Lights.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono for its dramatic quality and attention to detail, with its versatile design suitable for dressing up or down. Timekeeping is generally good, with one owner reporting gains of no more than 5 seconds per day, and another noting their 7750-based movement has kept time within 10 seconds per day even after 15 years without service. Some owners find the lack of a second hand a dealbreaker, and the 45mm size may not fit comfortably under sleeves. Concerns exist regarding potentially high maintenance costs and intervals. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono highly for its bulletproof build and classic, dressy appearance at an accessible price point.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Series 8 890 City Lights42.6mm
Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono41mm
Power Reserve
Series 8 890 City Lights42h
Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono60h
Water Resistance
Series 8 890 City Lights200m
Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono100m
MSRP
Series 8 890 City Lights$1,495
Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono$2,275

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Chronograph
Diameter
42.6mm
41mm
Thickness
12mm
15.1mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Champagne
Silver

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9051
H-21
Power Reserve
42h
60h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,495
$2,275
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