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Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto

The Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto is praised for its redesigned dial that balances complexity and legibility, forming an "H" logo and highlighting the H-10-S movement. Owners appreciate the 80-hour power reserve and the seamless blend of the bracelet with the lugs. The watch is available in 40mm and 36mm sizes, with prices ranging from A$1,925 to A$2,200, and features 50m water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto highly for its distinctive dial design and impressive power reserve at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 80-hour power reserve from the H-10 automatic movement is a notable strength. Water resistance to 5 ATM is considered on the lower side for the price point.

Norqain Independence Skeleton 40mm DLC Anthracite Orange

The Norqain Independence Skeleton 40mm DLC Anthracite Orange is lauded for its well-finished, expensive-feeling case and comfortable wearability in a 40mm size. Reviewers note the COSC-certified Sellita SW200-1 movement provides accurate timekeeping, and the watch offers 100m water resistance with its screw-down crown and case back. The skeletonized bridges are anthracite for contrast, and the DLC coating, orange accents, and Milanese-patterned rubber strap create a distinctive look. However, some find the skeletonized dial can make reading the time challenging. The movement has a 41-hour power reserve, which one reviewer suggested could be improved. The 40mm case has a lug-to-lug measurement of 46.3mm. On balance, reviewers rate the Norqain Independence Skeleton 40mm DLC Anthracite Orange highly for its well-executed skeletonized design and comfortable wearability.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto36mm
Independence Skeleton 40mm DLC Anthracite Orange40mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto80h
Independence Skeleton 40mm DLC Anthracite Orange41h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto50m
Independence Skeleton 40mm DLC Anthracite Orange100m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto$1,475
Independence Skeleton 40mm DLC Anthracite Orange$5,865

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
10.55mm
12.05mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
46.3mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
purple
Skeleton
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-10-S
Norqain NN08
Power Reserve
80h
41h
Complications
None
Skeleton

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,475
$5,865
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