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Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono for its excellent value, blend of classy and sporty design, and detailed dial with applied markers. The watch is noted for its impressive accuracy, with figures ranging from +0.5 to +3 seconds per day. Its 42mm case is described as a classic size with a mix of polished and brushed finishes, and the reverse panda dial is a particular highlight for some. However, the lume is consistently criticized as fading quickly and being underwhelming, and the internal bezel's functionality is found to be cumbersome. One owner found the watch too formal for their needs, while another noted the square case can wear larger than some alternatives. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono highly for its exceptional value and attractive, accurate timekeeping.

From video reviewers

The watch features a quality automatic chronograph movement. The date setting mechanism, requiring a specialized pusher tool, is a notable drawback. Reviewers disagreed on whether the watch competes effectively with luxury alternatives at its price point.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Power Reserve Auto

The Hamilton Jazzmaster Power Reserve Auto is praised by owners and reviewers for its value and history, featuring an 80-hour power reserve caliber H-13 movement. Owners note poor lume, easily scratched polished bezels, and a mineral crystal on the movement display. One owner suggests the 80-hour power reserve is difficult to achieve without manual winding. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Power Reserve Auto well for its value and history, despite noted drawbacks in finishing and crystal material.

At a glance

5 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono42mm
Jazzmaster Power Reserve Auto42mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono60h
Jazzmaster Power Reserve Auto
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono100m
Jazzmaster Power Reserve Auto50m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono$1,845
Jazzmaster Power Reserve Auto$1,425

Full specifications

Case

2 specs
Thickness
14.83mm
12.64mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-31
Hamilton H-13
Power Reserve
60h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,845
$1,425
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