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Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto chronovsHamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono

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Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto chrono

The Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto chrono is praised as a good entry-level Swiss watch with desirable features and a reputable brand name, offering a sporty take on the Jazzmaster line with a 42mm case and a three-register layout. Owners note its 60-hour power reserve from the H-31 movement and find it a durable, stylish choice for daily wear. Some community members consider it a "sleeper model" with a stealthily beautiful design. However, some reviewers question its design originality, seeing similarities to other chronographs, and one commenter dislikes its 43mm case and long lug-to-lug measurement. The strap is described as stiff out of the box and on the shorter side. One owner questioned if the bezel was functional, and another felt it might be small and pricey for its specifications. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Auto chrono well for its value as an entry-level Swiss chronograph with desirable features and a reputable brand name.

Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono for its historically significant retro design, clean panda dial, and value, with many noting its comfortable wearability and how it garners compliments. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its attractive dial with well-placed sub-registers and polished indices, evoking a vintage charm. Some owners find the 14mm+ case thickness substantial, though others note it wears smaller than expected and fits under shirt cuffs. The H-31 movement's rotor is described as spinny by one owner, and accuracy figures range from +3 to +8 seconds per day, with one owner noting the OEM strap is utilitarian. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono highly for its vintage aesthetic and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The panda dial's contrasting subdials are a notable strength. The bracelet clasp is considered less refined than the rest of the watch.

At a glance

4 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Performer Auto chrono42mm
American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono40mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Performer Auto chrono60h
American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono60h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Performer Auto chrono100m
American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono100m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Performer Auto chrono$2,645
American Classic Intra-Matic Auto Chrono$2,645

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
15.22mm
14.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
0mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
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