Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer AutovsKnot Watches Knot CS-38

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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 Knot CS-38 at true scale

Knot CS-38

Diameter

34mm

38mm

Thickness

n/a

8.7mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

30m

Power Reserve

80h

n/a

MSRP

$1,245

$177

lowest

Movement

Hamilton H-10

Seiko VS42

Case

4 specs
Diameter
34mm
38mm
Thickness
n/a
8.7mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Charcoal

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-10
Seiko VS42
Type
Automatic
Solar
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,245
$177
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Reviews

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

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 Knot CS-38

Owners widely praise the Knot Watches Knot CS-38 for its attractive price point and Seiko-like finishing, with many highlighting the gorgeous 38mm case and stunning, multi-layered Urushi red dial featuring gold flecks. Some owners find it a comfortable daily wear, appreciating its light weight and soft leather strap, while others are disappointed, calling it a fashion watch with poor engraving and strap quality. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting it gains 10-15 seconds per day, and the small crown is noted as difficult to wind by one user. Overall, owners rate the Knot Watches Knot CS-38 highly for its impressive dial and finishing at the price, despite some reservations about build quality and design.