Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Small Second QuartzvsNorthgate Club 40
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Measurements
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Jazzmaster Thinline Small Second Quartz
Club 40
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Thickness
7.3mm
lowest
9mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m
highest
MSRP
$745
$409
lowest
Movement
Hamilton 980.163
Quartz
Case
3 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Small Second Quartz is widely praised for its excellent value, thin profile, and stylish, clean dial design with superb hour numerals and applied indices. Owners find it a joy to wear, receiving compliments, and appreciate its upscale champagne dial option. However, its lume is considered terrible, barely lasting a few minutes, and the crown is noted as very small and difficult to manipulate. Some owners also express concern over its water resistance and find its lug width potentially difficult for strap changes, though others report 20mm lugs. On balance, owners and enthusiasts rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Small Second Quartz highly for its thinness and stylish design at the price.
Owners widely report the Northgate Club 40 is well-finished and presents a high-quality look on the wrist. The blue dial is specifically appreciated, with a cherry color also noted as desirable. Overall, owners rate the Northgate Club 40 highly for its perceived quality and attractive dial options.
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