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Hamilton Jazzmaster AutovsTraska Seafarer Charcoal

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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.

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.

Traska Seafarer Charcoal

Owners widely praise the Traska Seafarer Charcoal for its attractive retro design, comfortable bracelet with on-the-fly adjustment, and exceptional value, noting its durable construction and scratch-resistant steel treatment. Some owners report issues with crooked indices or rotor problems, and one found the 150m water resistance low for its style. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Traska Seafarer Charcoal highly for its impressive build quality and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The Traska Seafarer Charcoal's notable strength is its refined finishing, which elevates it from a field watch to a luxury-like piece. A shared weakness is the dim lume, which may be a drawback for those who value nighttime visibility. Reviewers disagree on the watch's build, with one reviewer noting a more substantial build and larger case size, while the other does not mention this feature.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Auto36mm
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Auto80h
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Auto50m
Seafarer Charcoal150m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Auto$1,125
Seafarer Charcoal$665

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
10mm
0mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Black
White
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova BGW9

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,125
$665
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