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Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto ChronovsLum-Tec Eclipse

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Jazzmaster Auto Chrono
HamiltonJazzmaster Auto Chrono
MSRP $1,845
Eclipse
Lum-TecEclipse
MSRP $695

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono42mm
Eclipse42mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono60h
Eclipse40h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono100m
Eclipse101m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono$1,845
Eclipse$695

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Sport
Thickness
14.83mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Water Resistance
100m
101m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
E6

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-31
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
60h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,845
$695

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Lum-Tec Eclipse

Owners widely praise the Lum-Tec Eclipse for its comfortable, slim profile and thin wearability, with specific commendations for its beautiful dial, good readability, and bracelet design. The knurling on the crown is also noted as a positive feature. Some owners express concern over the 42mm case size and find the dial's font and indices unappealing, though others appreciate the deep-dish slant. One owner notes a slight gap where the lugs meet the bracelet. The Lum-Tec Eclipse e3 variant features a Miyota 9039 movement, a solid bracelet, a sunburst dial, and exceptionally bright lume. Overall, owners rate the Lum-Tec Eclipse highly for its slim design and attractive dial at its price point.

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