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Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer AutochronovsGalo Novo Cruisin

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Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono
HamiltonJazzmaster Performer Autochrono
MSRP $2,645
Novo Cruisin
GaloNovo Cruisin
MSRP $488

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono42mm
Novo Cruisin39mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono60h
Novo Cruisin42h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono100m
Novo Cruisin100m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono$2,645
Novo Cruisin$488

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Sport
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
15.22mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Layered applied sector dial with contrasting textured and lacquered finishes
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Blue
Cream
Texture
Layered sector dial
Indices
Applied

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-31
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
60h
42h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,645
$488

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What people say

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Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono for its versatile design, clean no-date dial, and comfortable wearability. Reviewers note the 42mm model features dauphine hands and a tachymeter bezel, powered by the H-31 automatic chronograph movement with a 60-hour power reserve. Some owners report an 80-hour power reserve and find the watch a beautiful choice for daily wear, while others express concerns about the price point and the durability of the black bezel. Accuracy averages just over 2 seconds per day, though one owner experienced an internal issue requiring service. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono for its attractive styling and daily wearability, despite some reservations regarding its price and bezel durability.

Galo Novo Cruisin

Owners widely praise the Galo Novo Cruisin's attractive specs and price, with many calling it a perfect summer watch and appreciating its clean, refreshing, and beautiful design. The bronze case variant features "killer lume" that glows blue-green and looks great in the sun, and the watch is comfortable enough for constant wear. However, owners are split on the 38mm/39mm sizing, with some finding it too small and others preferring sub-40mm cases. Significant frustration exists regarding Galo's communication, with owners citing rolling delays, a perceived lack of transparency, and misleading timelines, leading to a negative customer service impression and some considering order cancellations. One owner noted their crown does not screw in. Overall, owners rate the Galo Novo Cruisin highly for its aesthetic appeal and value, despite significant concerns about production communication and transparency.

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