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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono at true scale

Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono

Movado Heritage Calendoplan S Chronograph at true scale

Heritage Calendoplan S Chronograph

Diameter

45mm

42mm

Thickness

15.3mm

n/a

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

60h

n/a

MSRP

$1,995

$1,295

lowest

Movement

Hamilton H-21

Quartz

Case

4 specs
Diameter
45mm
42mm
Thickness
15.35mm
n/a
Lug Width
23mm
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
n/a

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-21
n/a
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
60h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,995
$1,295
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono's premium case finishing and versatile dial layout, suitable for both casual and formal wear. Some owners note the 45mm size can be bulky and may not fit under shirt cuffs, and a lack of a second hand is a deal-breaker for some. Accuracy figures range from gaining about 5 seconds per day to keeping time within 10 seconds per day even after many years without service. Concerns exist regarding the serviceability and potential maintenance costs of the H-21 movement. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono highly for its substantial build quality and attractive design despite some size and movement serviceability considerations.

From video reviewers

The Valjoux 7750 chronograph movement is cited as a strength. Reviewers noted the movement is not without flaws.

Movado Heritage Calendoplan S Chronograph

Owners widely appreciate the Movado Heritage Calendoplan S Chronograph as a departure from the brand's typical minimalist designs, with one owner finding it sharp-looking and another stating they would wear it with pride. Reviewers note its vintage feel, Explorer-style triangle, and dauphine hands with lume, though some luminous indices are cut off by the subdials. Owners criticize the gold-plated case and buckle, and the main seconds hand not functioning as the chronograph seconds. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Movado Heritage Calendoplan S Chronograph for its distinctive vintage aesthetic and dial elements, despite criticisms of its case plating and chronograph hand functionality.

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