Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer AutovsKnot Watches CMP-34SV

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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 Performer Auto at true scale

Jazzmaster Performer Auto

Knot Watches CMP-34SV at true scale

CMP-34SV

Diameter

34mm

34mm

Thickness

n/a

8mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

30m

Power Reserve

80h

n/a

MSRP

$1,245

$174

lowest

Movement

Hamilton H-10

Miyota 6P24

Case

4 specs
Thickness
n/a
8mm
Lug Width
18mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Ivory

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-10
Miyota 6P24
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,245
$174
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Reviews

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Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto for its classic, beautiful dial and superb case finishing, with a mix of brushed and polished surfaces that offer excellent value. Reviewers note the flatter crystal reduces light reflection and perceived chunkiness, making the 34mm case sit well on smaller wrists with a reasonable lug-to-lug distance. Some owners find the 80-hour power reserve a strong point, while others consider the movement unremarkable. One owner suggests the 34mm size might be small, and another finds it a bit pricey for what it is. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto highly for its attractive design and finishing at the price point.

Knot Watches CMP-34SV

Knot Watches CMP-34SV owners praise its attractive dials and unique dial texture, balancing minimalism with detail for depth and personality, and note impressive Seiko-like finishing and quality for an attractive price. One owner loves the light cream dial and orange second hand. However, one owner reported poor timekeeping and received no company response, while another expressed disappointment with the strap and engraving quality. The 34mm CMP-34SV uses a Miyota quartz movement and features attractive dials for its price point. Overall, owners appreciate the Knot Watches CMP-34SV for its aesthetic appeal and finishing at its price, though some have noted issues with timekeeping and strap quality.

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