Which is cheaper, the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is the cheaper of the two at $425, against $1,245 for the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto — a $820 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton wears larger at 40mm versus 34mm for the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto — a 6mm difference across the dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

The Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto carries a 80-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton.

What movement does the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto run compared to the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto uses the H-10 and the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton uses the SII NH38A.

Side by side

Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer AutovsSpinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto

h36105140

MSRP $1,245

Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

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MSRP $425

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Jazzmaster Performer Auto34mm

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40mm

Power Reserve

Jazzmaster Performer Auto80h

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40h

Water Resistance

Jazzmaster Performer Auto100m

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton100m

MSRP

Jazzmaster Performer Auto$1,245

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton$425

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

Blue

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Movement

2 specs

Caliber

H-10

SII NH38A

Power Reserve

80h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,245

$425

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

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Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is noted for its 40mm steel case, sapphire crystal, and 150m water resistance. One owner reports strong performance from the TMI NH70 movement at -3 seconds per day, with very nice lume. On balance, owners find the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton to be a pretty nice option, particularly for its movement performance and lume.

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