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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 Performer Auto chrono

The Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto chrono is praised as a good entry-level Swiss watch with desirable features and a reputable brand name, offering a sporty take on the Jazzmaster line with a 42mm case and a three-register layout. Owners note its 60-hour power reserve from the H-31 movement and find it a durable, stylish choice for daily wear. Some community members consider it a "sleeper model" with a stealthily beautiful design. However, some reviewers question its design originality, seeing similarities to other chronographs, and one commenter dislikes its 43mm case and long lug-to-lug measurement. The strap is described as stiff out of the box and on the shorter side. One owner questioned if the bezel was functional, and another felt it might be small and pricey for its specifications. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto chrono well for its value as an entry-level Swiss chronograph with desirable features and a reputable brand name.

At a glance

4 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono42mm
Jazzmaster Performer Auto chrono42mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono60h
Jazzmaster Performer Auto chrono60h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono100m
Jazzmaster Performer Auto chrono100m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono$1,845
Jazzmaster Performer Auto chrono$2,645

Full specifications

Case

2 specs
Thickness
14.83mm
15.22mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
50mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
White

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,845
$2,645
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