Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer AutomaticvsSpecht & Sohne Specht & 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 Automatic at true scale

Jazzmaster Performer Automatic

Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0043 Automatic at true scale

Specht & Söhne SP0043 Automatic

Diameter

38mm

37mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

45mm

Thickness

11.5mm

11mm

lowest

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
38mm
37mm
Thickness
11.47mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
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 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.

Specht & Sohne Specht & 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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