Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer AutomaticvsanOrdain Model 2

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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 2 at true scale

Model 2

Diameter

38mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

49mm

Thickness

11.5mm

lowest

11.5mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

80h

highest

42h

MSRP

$1,245

lowest

$2,673

Movement

Hamilton H-10

Sellita SW210-1

Case

3 specs
Thickness
11.47mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-10
Sellita SW210-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
80h
42h
Jewels
0
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,245
$2,673
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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 2

Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 2 for its exquisite, handmade Grand Feu enamel dial, often described as liquid-like and stunning, with a custom typeface and syringe hands. The manual-wind Sellita SW210-1 movement is noted for its smooth winding action, and the 38mm case is considered modestly sized and wearably elegant, reminiscent of an old-school field watch. Some owners express a strong desire to own another after selling their first. Minor criticisms include glare from the sapphire crystal and the lack of a running seconds hand. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 2 highly for its exceptional enamel dial and refined wearability at the price.