Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline AutovsNOMOS Glashütte Orion neomatik 39 midnight blue

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Measurements
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Jazzmaster Thinline Auto

Orion neomatik 39 midnight blue
Diameter
40mm
38.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47.5mm
Thickness
8.4mm
lowest
8.7mm
Water Resistance
50m
50m
Power Reserve
42h
43h
highest
MSRP
$1,145
lowest
$4,590
Movement
ETA 2892-A2
Nomos DUW 3001
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline Auto is widely praised for its gorgeous, stunning, and captivating dials, particularly the champagne and burgundy variants, and its thin, comfortable, vintage-inspired design that fits well under shirt cuffs. Owners appreciate its clean, simple aesthetic, often noting the beauty of its applied indices and dauphine hands, and the slim profile afforded by its movement. Some users find the absence of a second hand liberating for quick setting and avoiding accuracy checks. However, opinions are mixed on its thinness, with some finding it too thin for their preference. The ETA 2892-A2 movement's rotor noise is noted by several owners as audible due to the thin case, and the winding feel is described by one owner as unrefined. The small crown is also flagged as difficult to manipulate, and the OEM strap is disliked by one owner. One source mentions the polished case may show light swirlies.
The slim case profile and affordable price point are consistently praised. Reviewers noted the absence of a second hand.
Owners widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Orion neomatik 39 midnight blue for its versatile Bauhaus design and thin profile, making it suitable for both casual and formal wear. Reviewers highlight the sophisticated navy dial with rose gold accents and the clean aesthetic. Some owners, however, find the 38.5mm case wears larger than anticipated, with one regretting not opting for the smaller 35mm size for a more traditional dress watch feel on a 7-inch wrist, and another finding it a bit delicate. The lume is considered weak by one reviewer, and the gold accents on certain sizes are noted as potentially limiting. The watch features a 43-hour power reserve. Overall, owners and reviewers highly regard the NOMOS Glashütte Orion neomatik 39 midnight blue for its elegant design and wearability, despite some reservations about its perceived size and lume.
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