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Hamilton Jazzmaster AutovsPinion Pure Steel

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Jazzmaster Auto
HamiltonJazzmaster Auto
MSRP $1,125
Pure Steel
PinionPure Steel
MSRP $1,715

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Auto36mm
Pure Steel38mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Auto80h
Pure Steel45h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Auto50m
Pure Steel100m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Auto$1,125
Pure Steel$1,715

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
36mm
38mm
Thickness
10mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-10
Sellita SW261-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
80h
45h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,125
$1,715

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What people say

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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.

Pinion Pure Steel

Owners widely praise the Pinion Pure Steel's balanced 38mm case size and 44mm lug-to-lug, fitting most wrists well. The dial is described as clear and essential, though reviewers note the lack of a minute track makes precise minute setting difficult. Accuracy is regulated in-house to +/- 5 to +/- 15 seconds per day. Some commenters found the white straps on featured watches to look "horrible." Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Pinion Pure Steel for its well-proportioned case and essential dial design.

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