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Traska Freediver ArcticvsHamilton Jazzmaster Auto

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Traska Freediver Arctic

Owners widely praise the Traska Freediver Arctic for its pleasing design and excellent value, with particular commendation for its bracelet featuring hardening and micro-adjustments, which some find superior to those on higher-priced watches. The 48mm lug-to-lug dimension is considered wearable, even on smaller wrists, due to the bracelet's female endlinks and the newer generation's taper. Owners are split on the bracelet's comfort, with some finding it sharp and preferring alternative straps, while others find it comfortable. Some owners note mismatched lume on the hands and dial markers. Overall, owners rate the Traska Freediver Arctic highly for its aesthetic appeal and feature set at its price point.

From video reviewers

The bracelet and clasp are exceptionally well-built. The hard coating adds durability for daily wear. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto

The Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto is widely praised for its excellent value, clean and uncomplicated design suitable for various occasions, and comfortable wearability, with a 40mm or 42mm case size that is considered unobtrusive. Reviewers highlight its refined H-21 movement, which offers a 60-hour power reserve, and distinctive sunray dials. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto highly for its impressive balance of contemporary style and traditional watchmaking at its price point.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Freediver Arctic40mm
Jazzmaster Auto36mm
Power Reserve
Freediver Arctic42h
Jazzmaster Auto80h
Water Resistance
Freediver Arctic200m
Jazzmaster Auto50m
MSRP
Freediver Arctic$735
Jazzmaster Auto$1,125

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
0mm
10mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Finish
Polished
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
White
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Hamilton H-10
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
42h
80h
Jewels
24
0
Complications
Chronograph, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$735
$1,125
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