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Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer AutovsNodus Obscura II - DLC

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Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto

Owners praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto for its stylish looks, clean case finishing, and 80-hour power reserve, making it a good option for a first Swiss watch. Some owners note the 34mm size might be small and suggest it is a bit pricey. One owner finds the flatter crystal reduces light reflection and perceived chunkiness, and it sits well on smaller wrists due to a reasonable lug-to-lug distance. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto highly for its blend of brand reputation, aesthetics, and practical features at its price point.

Nodus Obscura II - DLC

Owners widely praise the Nodus Obscura II - DLC for its high quality and value, with one owner calling it their first tactical watch that lives up to the hype. Reviewers highlight the novel "Exposure Gauge Complication" bezel, designed for photographers using the Sunny 16 rule, as a well-executed feature. The TMI NH38 movement is considered basic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Obscura II - DLC highly for its unique bezel complication and strong value proposition at $650.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Performer Auto34mm
Obscura II - DLC38mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Performer Auto80h
Obscura II - DLC41h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Performer Auto100m
Obscura II - DLC100m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Performer Auto$1,245
Obscura II - DLC$725

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
34mm
38mm
Thickness
0mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
47mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Box
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Lume
None
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-10
NH38
Power Reserve
80h
41h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,245
$725
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