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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.

Zelos Starfighter Chronograph

Owners find the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph appealing, with one noting the beauty of the Aventurine dial and another praising the blue dial and lumed subdials. One owner is selling the watch to acquire other chronographs. Overall, owners appreciate the aesthetic appeal of the Zelos Starfighter Chronograph, particularly its dial options and lumed subdials.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono42mm
Starfighter Chronograph41mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono60h
Starfighter Chronograph
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono100m
Starfighter Chronograph50m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono$1,845
Starfighter Chronograph$1,799

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
14.83mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
41mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Spitfire LE

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-31
ETA 2894 Élaboré
Power Reserve
60h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,845
$1,799
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