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Hamilton Jazzmaster Seaview AutovsVaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

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Jazzmaster Seaview Auto
HamiltonJazzmaster Seaview Auto
MSRP $945
RS1 Rally Chronograph
VaerRS1 Rally Chronograph
MSRP $279

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Seaview Auto37mm
RS1 Rally Chronograph40mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Seaview Auto42h
RS1 Rally Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Seaview Auto100m
RS1 Rally Chronograph100m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Seaview Auto$945
RS1 Rally Chronograph$279

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
37mm
40mm
Thickness
11.3mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Cream

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
2824-2
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$945
$279

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What people say

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Hamilton Jazzmaster Seaview Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Seaview Auto for its attractive design and comfortable wearability when paired with aftermarket straps like sailcloth. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting gains of 15 seconds per day after seven years of wear, which improved to +/- 4 seconds per day after servicing and case replacement. Another user noted finish issues after minimal wear, questioning the material quality. The Hamilton Jazzmaster Seaview Auto is available with a 45mm stainless steel case, sapphire crystal, 300m water resistance, and an ETA 2824-2 movement, with prices around $500. On balance, owners value the Hamilton Jazzmaster Seaview Auto for its aesthetic appeal and strap versatility, though material durability can be a concern for some.

Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph for its legibility, with the red seconds hand noted as a standout feature. The watch is described as comfortable and good-looking, and many appreciate the inclusion of three quick-release straps. However, some owners report issues with the quality of the included steel bracelet, stating it does not seat flush on the case and that stock straps fit poorly. One owner also noted that the brand has faced criticism regarding perceived quality within its price range. Overall, owners rate the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph highly for its legibility and strap versatility, despite concerns about bracelet quality.

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