Hamilton Jazzmaster Maestro Auto ChronovsTissot T-Race

lug2lug doesn't sell watches. Buy links open the brand's or seller's own site. Some links are affiliate links: lug2lug may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Disclosures

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

Tissot T-Race at true scale

T-Race

Diameter

45mm

45mm

Thickness

15.3mm

11.8mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

60h

n/a

MSRP

$1,995

$650

lowest

Movement

Hamilton H-21

13.25'

Case

3 specs
Thickness
15.35mm
11.76mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
23mm
13.95mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Silver
Indices
n/a
Indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-21
13.25'
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
60h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,995
$650
Keep your wishlist and collection together in the appExplore the app

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.

Tissot T-Race

The Tissot T-Race is widely seen as a sporty, durable, and substantial statement piece, with owners praising its great looks and movement. Reviewers highlight its bold, motorsports-themed design, which is often considered more impressive in person than in photos, and note excellent dial legibility and AR-coated sapphire crystal. The 45mm case, while hefty, is reported to wear comfortably due to articulating lugs and integrated bracelets or quality rubber straps, and the watch's lume can last over nine minutes. However, the Tissot T-Race's complex and unconventional design is polarizing, with some finding it too loud or chunky for dressier occasions and noting that its sporty aesthetic may not age well. Some owners also find its chronograph pushers to feel agricultural and mushy, and the power reserve is insufficient for continuous chronograph use. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot T-Race highly for its bold, sporty design and perceived value at its price point.

Similar watches

Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price, microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.

DiscussionNot started

Also compared

Comparisons nearby in the catalog: alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.