Hamilton Jazzmaster Maestro Auto ChronovsSeiko Prospex Speedtimer Mechanical Chronograph Limited Edition

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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

Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Mechanical Chronograph Limited Edition at true scale

Prospex Speedtimer Mechanical Chronograph Limited Edition

Diameter

45mm

42.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

50mm

Thickness

15.3mm

15.1mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

60h

highest

45h

MSRP

$1,995

lowest

$3,000

Movement

Hamilton H-21

Seiko 8R46

Case

4 specs
Diameter
45mm
42.5mm
Thickness
15.35mm
15.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
50mm
Lug Width
23mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Curved
AR Coating
n/a
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Blue
n/a
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-21
Seiko 8R46
Power Reserve
60h
45h
Jewels
0
34

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,995
$3,000
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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.

Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Mechanical Chronograph Limited Edition

The Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Chronograph Limited Edition is praised for its well-executed heritage inspiration and clean, balanced dial design, with reviewers noting its stark white dial is inspired by a 1964 stopwatch. Owners find the looks appealing and use the chronograph daily, though some criticize the date window's placement and the 24-hour subdial's lack of GMT functionality. The 42.5mm case is 15.1mm thick and powered by the Seiko 8R46 automatic chronograph movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Chronograph Limited Edition highly for its attractive aesthetic and purposeful design at the price point.

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