Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer AutomaticvsanOrdain Model 3 Method

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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 Automatic at true scale

Jazzmaster Performer Automatic

anOrdain Model 3 Method at true scale

Model 3 Method

Diameter

38mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46mm

Thickness

11.5mm

10.4mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

80h

highest

56h

MSRP

$1,245

lowest

$4,693

Movement

Hamilton H-10

Sellita SW300-1

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
11.47mm
10.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Model 3 Method

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-10
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
80h
56h
Jewels
0
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,245
$4,693
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Reviews

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

Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Automatic

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Automatic for its clean look, comfort, and stylish design, with one owner noting accuracy averaging just over 2 seconds per day. The 38mm case size is generally considered wearable, though one owner found the 34mm variant too small. A common point of contention among enthusiasts is a dislike for open-heart designs, which some find cluttered. One owner reported an internal movement failure causing the time to jump back, which was resolved through service. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Automatic highly for its comfort and attractive design at its price point.

anOrdain Model 3 Method

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Model 3 Method's unique, deep, and colorful dial, with one reviewer noting its carved-wood pattern achieved through a complex enameling process. The 39mm case is also considered an improvement over older models, though some prefer the dial typography and hour marker font of earlier versions. While no longer seen as a value proposition by some due to price increases, the overall craftsmanship is deemed worth the cost. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 3 Method highly for its distinctive dial artistry and refined case design.

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