Hamilton Jazzmaster Slim AutovsSeiko Presage Cocktail Time

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Slim Auto at true scale

Jazzmaster Slim Auto

Seiko Presage Cocktail Time at true scale

Presage Cocktail Time

Diameter

40mm

40.5mm

Thickness

8.3mm

lowest

11.8mm

Water Resistance

30m

50m

highest

Power Reserve

50h

highest

41h

MSRP

$825

$475

lowest

Movement

Automatic

Seiko 4R35

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
40.5mm
Thickness
8.35mm
11.8mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
n/a
Box
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko 4R35
Power Reserve
50h
41h
Jewels
0
23

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$825
$475
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Slim Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Slim Auto for its elegance, light weight, and classy yet not boring aesthetic, with particular appreciation for its amazing leather strap and a slim 8mm thickness. Some find the 40mm case size appealing, while others mention a 43mm variant exists. The watch is noted for its ETA 2892 movement, positioning it competitively for its price. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Slim Auto highly for its slim profile and elegant design at the price.

Seiko Presage Cocktail Time

Owners widely praise the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time for its visually stunning dials and excellent value, with many appreciating its size and design. The 4Rxx movement is reported to keep good time, ranging from -5/+5 seconds per day. Some owners note the lack of a sapphire crystal and occasional price concerns, though many feel it competes favorably with significantly more expensive watches. One owner specifically praises the Mockingbird dial, indices, hands, and crown, while finding the case design uninspired. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time highly for its dial aesthetics and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The dial finishing is exceptional for its price point. Quality control issues are a recurring problem with Seiko.

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