Defakto VektorvsHamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto

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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.

Defakto Vektor at true scale

Vektor

Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto at true scale

Jazzmaster Performer Auto

Diameter

40mm

34mm

Lug-to-Lug

44mm

n/a

Thickness

9.8mm

n/a

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

80h

MSRP

n/a

$1,245

Movement

ETA 2824-2

Hamilton H-10

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
34mm
Thickness
9.8mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
18mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
Hamilton H-10
Power Reserve
0h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$1,245
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Reviews

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

Defakto Vektor

Owners widely praise the Defakto Vektor for its minimalist design and the way it consistently draws attention. Reviewers note the polished top and brushed sides on its stainless steel case. The Defakto Vektor is a 40mm watch with an ETA 2824-2 automatic movement and 50m water resistance. On balance, owners rate the Defakto Vektor highly for its captivating design and solid construction.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto for its classic, beautiful dial and superb case finishing, with a mix of brushed and polished surfaces that offer excellent value. Reviewers note the flatter crystal reduces light reflection and perceived chunkiness, making the 34mm case sit well on smaller wrists with a reasonable lug-to-lug distance. Some owners find the 80-hour power reserve a strong point, while others consider the movement unremarkable. One owner suggests the 34mm size might be small, and another finds it a bit pricey for what it is. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto highly for its attractive design and finishing at the price point.