Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto ChronovsMovado Heritage Calendoplan Chronograph

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono at true scale

Jazzmaster Auto Chrono

Movado Heritage Calendoplan Chronograph at true scale

Heritage Calendoplan Chronograph

Diameter

42mm

42mm

Thickness

15.2mm

n/a

Water Resistance

100m

highest

30m

Power Reserve

60h

n/a

MSRP

$2,095

$995

lowest

Movement

Hamilton H-21

Quartz

Case

3 specs
Thickness
15.23mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-21
n/a
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
60h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,095
$995
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Reviews

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Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono for its excellent value and substantial, dressy appearance, with many noting its superior quality and finish compared to other brands. The H-21 movement offers a 60-hour power reserve, though its thickness makes the watch unsuitable for those seeking a slim profile. Some owners express a preference for a 3-6-9 subdial layout or a smaller case size. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono highly for its strong value proposition and appealing aesthetic.

Movado Heritage Calendoplan Chronograph

The Movado Heritage Calendoplan Chronograph is praised for its sharp looks and vintage-inspired dial elements, though some find the date window too small and the chronograph seconds hand originating from a subdial at 9 o'clock unorthodox. One owner notes difficulty changing the day on the quartz movement, and the gold-plated case and buckle are considered a drawback by another. The polished 42mm case is noted, and some find it a shame that luminous indices are partially cut off by the subdials. Overall, owners find the Movado Heritage Calendoplan Chronograph sharp-looking, despite some design quirks and brand perception issues.

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