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Hamilton Jazzmaster AutovsNOMOS Glashütte Tangente

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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.

NOMOS Glashütte Tangente

NOMOS Glashütte Tangente is celebrated as an industry classic with an award-winning, time-tested design that fits diverse environments. Reviewers highlight its slim 6.8mm thickness and 37.5mm case, housing a 52-hour power reserve hand-wound movement. However, its 30m water resistance limits suitability for beach activities, and the dual date complication is considered eccentric. On balance, reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente highly for its enduring design and wearability.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Auto36mm
Tangente35mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Auto80h
Tangente53 hoursh
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Auto50m
Tangente50m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Auto$1,125
Tangente$2,620

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
36mm
35mm
Thickness
10mm
6.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
45mm
Finish
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Dial Color
Black
White
Indices

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
H-10
Nomos DUW 4001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
80h
53 hoursh
Jewels
0
17

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,125
$2,620
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