Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Small Second QuartzvsTimex Waterbury Classic


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Measurements
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Jazzmaster Thinline Small Second Quartz

Waterbury Classic
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Thickness
7.3mm
lowest
10mm
Water Resistance
50m
50m
MSRP
$745
$102
lowest
Movement
Hamilton 980.163
Quartz
Case
2 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
The Timex Waterbury Classic 40mm Leather Strap Watch is praised for its handsome, well-made American design with legible hands and a 40mm case featuring alternating brushed and polished finishes. Owners appreciate its large, clean dial and comfortable leather strap, with one noting the beautiful indigo light. Some owners with smaller wrists wished for a 38mm option. The watch has a 40mm case and 50m water resistance. Overall, owners rate the Timex Waterbury Classic 40mm Leather Strap Watch highly for its attractive design and wearability at the price point.
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