Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer AutovsSternglas Naos XS Automatik

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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

Sternglas Naos XS Automatik at true scale

Naos XS Automatik

Diameter

34mm

33mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

38.5mm

Thickness

n/a

11mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

80h

n/a

MSRP

$1,245

$431

lowest

Movement

Hamilton H-10

Miyota 6T15

Case

5 specs
Diameter
34mm
33mm
Thickness
n/a
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
38.5mm
Lug Width
18mm
16mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
n/a

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-10
Miyota 6T15
Power Reserve
80h
n/a
Jewels
0
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,245
$431
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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.

Sternglas Naos XS Automatik

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Naos XS Automatik for its elegant Bauhaus design and comfortable wearability, attributed to its compact lugs and slim case. One owner notes the Miyota movement is loud, while another reports their movement gained 8-12 seconds daily, though legibility suffers in low light. The Sternglas Naos XS Automatik is considered good value by some, though others find Sternglas watches overpriced. On balance, owners rate the Sternglas Naos XS Automatik highly for its minimalist design and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The Bauhaus aesthetic is a key selling point. Reviewers did not agree on whether the watch fully captures the "Bauhaus magic" of more expensive alternatives.

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