Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic AutovsOrient Elegant Classic

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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 Viewmatic Auto at true scale

Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto

Orient Elegant Classic at true scale

Elegant Classic

Diameter

40mm

38.7mm

Thickness

10.8mm

lowest

12.8mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

80h

n/a

MSRP

$995

lowest

$1,090

Movement

Hamilton H-10

Automatic

Case

3 specs
Diameter
40mm
38.7mm
Thickness
10.8mm
12.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
n/a

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-10
n/a
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$1,090
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto for its classic yet modern aesthetic, versatile wearability with suits or jeans, and comfortable fit on average wrists. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its superb case finishing for the price point and its appeal as a great value. Some owners report impressive accuracy, with figures around 1-2 seconds per day. The stock strap is noted as initially stiff, and one owner mentions a discrepancy in the reported case thickness, with Hamilton stating 10.10mm. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto highly for its excellent case finishing and value.

From video reviewers

The watch is considered a good value modern dress watch. Reviewers did not mention any shared weaknesses.

Orient Elegant Classic

Owners widely praise the Orient Elegant Classic for its elegant design, featuring a textured dial with slender Roman numerals and well-executed blued hands. It is considered a versatile everyday and business-casual watch, with many calling it the most elegant dress watch under $500 and excellent value. One owner notes the dial finishing is superior to the Tissot Le Locle. The 38.7mm case with a 45.8mm lug-to-lug length is deemed suitable for smaller wrists. Some find the gold tone less convincing than solid-gold alternatives, and the included strap is considered subpar. Overall, owners rate the Orient Elegant Classic highly for its refined dial and elegant design at its price point.