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Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton AutovsTissot Heritage 1938

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto
HamiltonJazzmaster Skeleton Auto
MSRP $1,475
Heritage 1938
TissotHeritage 1938
MSRP $925

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto36mm
Heritage 193839mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto80h
Heritage 193838h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto50m
Heritage 193850m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto$1,475
Heritage 1938$925

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Skeleton
Dress
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
10.55mm
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
39mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
purple
Anthracite
Indices
Applied
Arabic

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-10-S
Power Reserve
80h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,475
$925

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Tissot Heritage 1938

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot Heritage 1938 for its stunning vintage-inspired design and excellent value, particularly as a COSC-certified automatic under $1000. The dial's ability to catch light and subtly change colors, along with rosy gold numerals, is a frequent highlight. The watch uses a chronometer-certified ETA 2824-2 movement, though its 38-hour power reserve is noted as less than some contemporary offerings. Some owners find the 39mm case size appears larger on the wrist, with a desire for smaller options. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Heritage 1938 highly for its charming retro aesthetics and impressive chronometer movement at an accessible price point.

From video reviewers

The most attainable Swiss chronometer is a key strength. Reviewers did not agree on any weaknesses.

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