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Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic AutovsGrand Seiko SBGA211

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Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto for its classic yet modern aesthetic, comfortable 37mm size suitable for smaller wrists, and superb case finishing for the price. The textured silver dial and subtle blue hands are noted as appealing details, and the watch is seen as versatile for both casual and formal wear. Accuracy is reported as impressive, with some owners observing deviations of only 1-2 seconds per day. One owner noted a discrepancy in the stated case thickness, with Hamilton listing 10.10mm. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto highly for its excellent value and versatile, classic design.

Grand Seiko SBGA211

Grand Seiko SBGA211 owners and reviewers widely praise its exceptional finishing, particularly the Zaratsu polishing, and its mesmerizing, textured dial. The Spring Drive movement is consistently highlighted as a technical masterpiece, offering quartz-like accuracy of +/- 1 second per day and a smooth seconds sweep. Its lightweight titanium construction and 41mm case size contribute to a comfortable and wearable design. However, some owners find the dial texture less captivating in person than in photos, and there are mixed opinions on the bracelet's adjustment system and perceived quality relative to the price. Some also note its thickness and lack of lume. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGA211 highly for its unique dial and superb finishing, making it a highly regarded icon.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto40mm
SBGA21141mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto80h
SBGA21172h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto50m
SBGA211100m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto$995
SBGA211$6,900

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
10.8mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
49mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-10
Grand Seiko 9R65
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
80h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$6,900
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