Hamilton Jazzmaster QuartzvsLongines ELEGANT COLLECTION

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Measurements
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Jazzmaster Quartz

ELEGANT COLLECTION
Diameter
26mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
44mm
Thickness
7.8mm
lowest
8.6mm
Water Resistance
50m
highest
30m
Power Reserve
n/a
72h
MSRP
$825
lowest
$2,600
Movement
F03.105
Longines L888
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
5 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Hamilton Jazzmaster Quartz is praised for its solid crown feel, avoiding accidental hacking, and its comfortable proportions with a mainstream look. Reviewers note the case finishing includes horizontal and vertical brushing with polished chamfers. The quartz movement ensures tight timekeeping, though it is not a primary draw. The watch is priced at CHF 395. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Quartz well for its solid build quality and reliable timekeeping at its price point.
Owners widely praise the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION for its elegant and traditional styling, which is seen as versatile for both casual and formal wear. The watch is noted for its smooth crown action and attractive golden accents, with many finding it to be well-made and offering unbeatable value for its price, supported by the brand's respected history. One owner found the 41mm model to be compact, though they wished for a different dial color. The Longines Master Collection Reference L26734783, a sibling model, was criticized for thickness and legibility issues with polished hands, though it was still considered to fit well under a cuff. Overall, owners rate the Longines ELEGANT COLLECTION highly for its elegant design and exceptional value per dollar.
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