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Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto ChronovsZelos Vitesse

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Jazzmaster Auto Chrono
HamiltonJazzmaster Auto Chrono
MSRP $2,095
Vitesse
ZelosVitesse
MSRP $1,499

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono42mm
Vitesse40mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono60h
Vitesse40h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono100m
Vitesse50m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono$2,095
Vitesse$1,499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
15.23mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
40mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Gulf

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-21
La Joux-Perret L100
Power Reserve
60h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,095
$1,499

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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.

Zelos Vitesse

Owners widely praise the Zelos Vitesse for its vintage motorsport design and striking dial options, with particular appreciation for the salmon and panda configurations and their finishing. The bracelet, clasp, and overall value at $1200 are frequently highlighted as strong points. Some owners note the watch sits high on the wrist, and a few have observed minor cosmetic imperfections on subdials. The La Joux Perret L100 movement's accuracy varies, with one report of +5 seconds per day, and several owners find the winding action stiff and noisy, the pushers sticky, and the screw-down crown's feel underwhelming. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Vitesse highly for its captivating dial and strong value proposition, despite some reservations about the chronograph's operational feel and case height.

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