Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto ChronovsTudor Grantour Chrono Fly-Back

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Measurements
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Jazzmaster Auto Chrono

Grantour Chrono Fly-Back
Diameter
42mm
42mm
Thickness
15.2mm
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
150m
highest
Power Reserve
60h
highest
42h
MSRP
$2,095
lowest
$6,050
Movement
Hamilton H-21
Automatic
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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.
One owner finds the Tudor Grantour Chrono Fly-Back an amazing watch on the wrist, praising the fly-back function as a compelling choice. However, another owner notes the snowflake hand obstructs the 45-minute register between 2 and 4 o'clock, deeming it a design flaw. Overall, owners find the Tudor Grantour Chrono Fly-Back compelling due to its fly-back function, though some criticize the hand design.
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