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Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono QuartzvsVaer Design Navy Solar

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Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz
HamiltonJazzmaster Chrono Quartz
MSRP $1,075
Design Navy Solar
VaerDesign Navy Solar
MSRP $299
What people say

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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.

Vaer Design Navy Solar

The Vaer Design Navy Solar is praised for its very good fit and finish, pleasant aesthetics, and the practical addition of a screw-down case back and crown. Owners report the lume is bright and the watch is comfortable, even when worn overnight. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Design Navy Solar highly for its comfortable wearability and bright lume.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz42mm
Design Navy Solar36mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz40h
Design Navy Solar40h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz100m
Design Navy Solar100m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz$1,075
Design Navy Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
12.13mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
43mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Navy

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
251.274

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,075
$299
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