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Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto ChronovsSeiko Prospex Sea

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Jazzmaster Auto Chrono
HamiltonJazzmaster Auto Chrono
MSRP $2,095
Prospex Sea
SeikoProspex Sea
MSRP $1,500
What people say

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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.

Seiko Prospex Sea

Seiko Prospex Sea owners and reviewers praise its Marinemaster-style aesthetic, excellent case finishing, and impressive LumiBrite lume. The watch is powered by the 6R15 movement with a 50-hour power reserve and comes with both a steel bracelet and a silicone strap. Some owners find the Seiko Prospex Sea to be a great value and a suitable first "proper" watch, while others report it is uncomfortably big, thick, and heavy on smaller wrists. Reviewers note the GMT function is secondary with a less prominent scale, and the bezel's quieter clicks may not appeal to all. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its classic design and finishing at its price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono42mm
Prospex Sea43.5mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono60h
Prospex Sea70h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono100m
Prospex Sea200m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono$2,095
Prospex Sea$1,500

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
43.5mm
Thickness
15.23mm
13.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
51mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-21
6R35
Power Reserve
60h
70h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,095
$1,500
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