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Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono QuartzvsTissot Chrono XL Classic

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Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz for its excellent value, with some enthusiasts appreciating its unique styling. However, the open-heart design is a point of contention; some find it cluttered and prone to collecting dirt, while others report difficulty reading the time with it, particularly as eyesight declines. One owner notes the movement is not exceptional. On balance, owners consider the Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz a superb deal, with its value being the primary draw.

Tissot Chrono XL Classic

Owners appreciate the Tissot Chrono XL Classic's pilot aesthetic and altimeter-style numerals, finding its quartz chronograph design clean and versatile. The watch is noted as having a large 45mm size, with one owner seeking feedback on its comfort, accuracy, and durability. On balance, owners view the Tissot Chrono XL Classic as a good entry-level option, with a desire for an automatic movement for battery-free convenience.

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz42mm
Chrono XL Classic45mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz
Chrono XL Classic
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz100m
Chrono XL Classic100m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz$1,075
Chrono XL Classic$495

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
42mm
45mm
Thickness
12.13mm
11.02mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
45mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Black
Silver
Indices
Arabic
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
251.274
13.25'

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,075
$495
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