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Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto ChronovsCIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT

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Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono for its value and dressy yet substantial look. The H-31 or adapted 7753 movement is noted, alongside a 60-hour power reserve. Some owners prefer a 3-6-9 subdial layout or a smaller case size, and the movement's thickness makes it unsuitable for those seeking a slim watch. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono highly for its value and refined aesthetic.

CIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT

The CIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT features an onyx case and a unique dial design with a gold snake indicating hours and minutes. Reviewers note the CD-04-S automatic movement has a 41-hour power reserve and the watch is water-resistant to 30 meters. The silver version uses a 925 silver snake and a CD-04-E movement, while the gold version features an 18K gold snake and the CD-04-S movement. On balance, reviewers highlight the LEGEND OF SERPENT's distinctive dial and case design as its primary appeal.

From video reviewers

The unique case design and 18k gold serpent hand are notable features of the CIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT. The watch's movement accuracy is also a strength, as it shares its movement with the award-winning Blue Planet titanium predecessor.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono42mm
LEGEND OF SERPENT46.5mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono60h
LEGEND OF SERPENT41h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono100m
LEGEND OF SERPENT30m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono$2,095
LEGEND OF SERPENT$2,399

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
46.5mm
Thickness
15.23mm
15.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Gold
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
18k

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-21
CD-04-S
Power Reserve
60h
41h
Jewels
0
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,095
$2,399
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