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Hamilton Jazzmaster Viewmatic AutovsVaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

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Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto
HamiltonJazzmaster Viewmatic Auto
MSRP $995
DS2 Meridian Quartz
VaerDS2 Meridian Quartz
MSRP $239

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto40mm
DS2 Meridian Quartz39mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto80h
DS2 Meridian Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto50m
DS2 Meridian Quartz150m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Viewmatic Auto$995
DS2 Meridian Quartz$239

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
10.8mm
10.4mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-10
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$995
$239

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What people say

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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.

Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

The Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz is lauded for its wearability, with reviewers and owners consistently praising its 39mm case size as a perfect fit, noting its thinness at 10.4mm. The watch features a satisfying 120-click coin-edge bezel with minimal back play and comes with two straps for $239, powered by a Miyota GM12 quartz movement offering a three-year battery life. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz highly for its comfortable wearability and accessible price point.

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