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Hamilton Jazzmaster QuartzvsSeiko Essentials Quartz

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Jazzmaster Quartz
HamiltonJazzmaster Quartz
MSRP $825
Essentials Quartz
SeikoEssentials Quartz
MSRP $335

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Quartz26mm
Essentials Quartz38.9mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Quartz40h
Essentials Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Quartz50m
Essentials Quartz100m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Quartz$825
Essentials Quartz$335

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
26mm
38.9mm
Thickness
7.85mm
8.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44.5mm
Lug Width
12mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
F03.105
6N52

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$825
$335

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What people say

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Hamilton Jazzmaster Quartz

The Hamilton Jazzmaster Quartz is praised for its solid crown feel, avoiding accidental hacking, and its comfortable proportions with a mainstream aesthetic. Reviewers highlight the case finishing, which features horizontal and vertical brushing alongside polished chamfers. The quartz movement ensures accurate timekeeping, though it is not considered a standout feature. This Hamilton Jazzmaster Quartz is priced at CHF 395. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Quartz highly for its refined case finishing and reliable timekeeping at its price point.

Seiko Essentials Quartz

Seiko Essentials Quartz is widely praised for its exceptional value and comfortable, lightweight wearability, particularly the titanium models on mesh which weigh only 50g. Owners highlight the thin 8.4mm case, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance as key strengths. One owner noted the dark greenish dial was less impressive than a black alternative. The titanium bracelet's wider gaps due to its smaller center link drew criticism from one user. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Quartz highly for its comfortable, lightweight titanium build and impressive specifications at its price point.

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