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Hamilton Jazzmaster AutovsSeiko Alpinist

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Jazzmaster Auto
HamiltonJazzmaster Auto
MSRP $1,125
Alpinist
SeikoAlpinist
MSRP $750
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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.

Seiko Alpinist

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical for its durability, accuracy, and value, with many appreciating its versatile style and useful day-date complication. Some owners highlight the 70-hour power reserve and 20 bar water resistance as significant benefits. However, opinions are divided on its size and thickness, with some finding it too large and heavy for a field watch, while others consider it a perfect or comfortable fit, especially at 38mm. There is also disagreement regarding the crystal type, with some criticizing the Hardlex while others appreciate the sapphire. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical highly for its robust performance and good value, despite differing views on its dimensions.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Auto36mm
Alpinist39.5mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Auto80h
Alpinist70h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Auto50m
Alpinist200m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Auto$1,125
Alpinist$750

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
36mm
39.5mm
Thickness
10mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.4mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-10
Seiko 6R35
Power Reserve
80h
70h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,125
$750
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