Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer AutovsSpecht & Sohne Söhne SP0043 Automatic

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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

Specht & Sohne Söhne SP0043 Automatic at true scale

Söhne SP0043 Automatic

Diameter

34mm

37mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

45mm

Thickness

n/a

11mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

80h

highest

42h

MSRP

$1,245

$248

lowest

Movement

Hamilton H-10

Miyota 8215

Case

5 specs
Diameter
34mm
37mm
Thickness
n/a
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
45mm
Lug Width
18mm
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
n/a
Lume
None
Yes

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-10
Miyota 8215
Power Reserve
80h
42 hoursh

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,245
$248
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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.

Specht & Sohne Söhne SP0043 Automatic

The Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0043 Automatic is noted for its "bling" aesthetic, which some enthusiasts find appealing. It includes a zippered case and a link removal tool. Owners report a significant delay in shipping and issues with customer service email deliverability when ordering directly from the website. The automatic version was purchased, with the quartz version priced around $74 USD. The watch is described as an Oris homage rather than a Tank watch. Overall, owners rate the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0043 Automatic positively for its distinctive aesthetic and included accessories, despite shipping and customer service concerns.

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