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CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 6BB-WRvsHamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono

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6BB-WR
CWC (Cabot Watch Company)6BB-WR
MSRP $2,858
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono
HamiltonJazzmaster Auto Chrono
MSRP $1,845
What people say

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CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 6BB-WR

Owners praise the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 6BB-WR for its faithful pilot chronograph design and modern durability, noting the crisp operation of its chronograph. The 42mm case, while 14.9mm thick and weighing 80g, is considered wearable due to its 49mm lug-to-lug measurement. However, the cam-lever chronograph action is described as less satisfying than a column wheel, and fixed bars limit strap choices. Overall, owners rate the CWC (Cabot Watch Company) 6BB-WR highly as a practical, affordable, and serviceable tool watch recommended for regular use.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono for its excellent value, blend of classy and sporty design, and detailed dial with applied markers. The watch is noted for its impressive accuracy, with figures ranging from +0.5 to +3 seconds per day. Its 42mm case is described as a classic size with a mix of polished and brushed finishes, and the reverse panda dial is a particular highlight for some. However, the lume is consistently criticized as fading quickly and being underwhelming, and the internal bezel's functionality is found to be cumbersome. One owner found the watch too formal for their needs, while another noted the square case can wear larger than some alternatives. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono highly for its exceptional value and attractive, accurate timekeeping.

From video reviewers

The watch features a quality automatic chronograph movement. The date setting mechanism, requiring a specialized pusher tool, is a notable drawback. Reviewers disagreed on whether the watch competes effectively with luxury alternatives at its price point.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
6BB-WR42mm
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono42mm
Power Reserve
6BB-WR40h
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono60h
Water Resistance
6BB-WR100m
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono100m
MSRP
6BB-WR$2,858
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono$1,845

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Chronograph
Thickness
14.9mm
14.83mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510
H-31
Power Reserve
40h
60h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,845
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