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Hamilton American Classic Day Date AutovsHamilton Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema

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American Classic Day Date Auto
HamiltonAmerican Classic Day Date Auto
MSRP $1,245
Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema
HamiltonJazzmaster Regulator Cinema
MSRP $1,475
What people say

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Hamilton American Classic Day Date Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Day Date Auto for its legible dial, well-integrated day-date complication, and vintage military aesthetic. The 40mm to 42mm case is noted to wear smaller than its dimensions suggest, and the complication is considered well-executed for its price point. However, the lume is criticized for poor intensity and longevity, and the mirror-polished bezel is flagged as a scratch magnet. The stock leather strap is also described as stiff. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton American Classic Day Date Auto highly for its attractive vintage styling and functional day-date complication at an accessible price.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema

The Hamilton Jazzmaster is widely praised for its value and refined design, with specific models highlighted for sophisticated skeletonization and minimalist aesthetics. Owners appreciate elegant dial work, such as the "spiky H" logo on the Skeleton or the open-heart design on other variants, and the slim profile of the Thinline Automatic is frequently noted. The Calibre H-10-S movement is recognized for its substantial 80-hour power reserve. However, opinions vary on the practicality of open-heart designs, with some finding them gimmicky or impacting legibility, particularly as wearers age. Accuracy figures reported by owners range from 2-3 seconds fast per day to less precise performance, and repair costs can be a consideration. Overall, owners and reviewers value the Hamilton Jazzmaster for its attractive design and accessible price point, with specific models offering unique aesthetic appeals.

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Day Date Auto42mm
Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema42mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Day Date Auto80h
Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema40h
Water Resistance
American Classic Day Date Auto50m
Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema50m
MSRP
American Classic Day Date Auto$1,245
Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema$1,475

Full specifications

Case

2 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Thickness
11.55mm
12.83mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Grey
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-30
H-12
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,245
$1,475
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