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Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline AutovsNOMOS Glashütte Orion 38 gray

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What people say

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Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Auto for its gorgeous, stunning, and captivating dials, particularly the champagne and burgundy variants, and its thin, comfortable profile, often noted at around 7mm to 8.4mm, making it ideal for wearability under shirt cuffs. The ETA 2892 movement is considered a strong value, though some owners report the rotor can be noisy and the winding feel unrefined, while others find the small crown difficult to manipulate. The absence of a second hand is polarizing, with some appreciating the simplicity and ease of setting, while others miss its presence. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Auto highly for its attractive, thin design and dial beauty at its price point.

From video reviewers

The slim case profile and affordable price point are consistently praised. Reviewers noted the absence of a second hand.

NOMOS Glashütte Orion 38 gray

Owners widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Orion 38 gray for its minimalist Bauhaus design, legible dial with applied golden indices and blued steel hands, and harmonious proportions. Reviewers and owners alike note its comfortable and versatile wearability, with some finding it suitable for both formal and casual occasions. However, some enthusiasts find the Orion 38 gray wears larger than expected due to its all-dial design, while others consider its style polarizing and potentially less versatile for everyday wear. One owner notes the watch is considered delicate for daily wear despite its 5 ATM water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Orion 38 gray highly for its elegant, minimalist design and comfortable wearability.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Thinline Auto40mm
Orion 38 gray38mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Thinline Auto42h
Orion 38 gray53 hoursh
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Thinline Auto50m
Orion 38 gray50m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Thinline Auto$1,145
Orion 38 gray$3,040

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
8.45mm
7.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Finish
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Dial Color
Beige
Grey
Indices

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
ETA 2892-A2
Nomos DUW 4001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
42h
53 hoursh
Jewels
0
17

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,145
$3,040
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