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Hamilton Jazzmaster Regulator CinemavsVario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

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Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema
HamiltonJazzmaster Regulator Cinema
MSRP $1,475
VERSA Reversible Dual Time
VarioVERSA Reversible Dual Time
MSRP $428

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema42mm
VERSA Reversible Dual Time39mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema40h
VERSA Reversible Dual Time40h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema50m
VERSA Reversible Dual Time50m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema$1,475
VERSA Reversible Dual Time$428

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
12.83mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Green

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-12
Ronda Slimtech 1062 (×2)
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,475
$428

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What people say

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Hamilton Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema

The Hamilton Jazzmaster is widely praised for its value and refined design, with specific models highlighted for sophisticated skeletonization and minimalist aesthetics. Owners appreciate elegant dial work, such as the "spiky H" logo on the Skeleton or the open-heart design on other variants, and the slim profile of the Thinline Automatic is frequently noted. The Calibre H-10-S movement is recognized for its substantial 80-hour power reserve. However, opinions vary on the practicality of open-heart designs, with some finding them gimmicky or impacting legibility, particularly as wearers age. Accuracy figures reported by owners range from 2-3 seconds fast per day to less precise performance, and repair costs can be a consideration. Overall, owners and reviewers value the Hamilton Jazzmaster for its attractive design and accessible price point, with specific models offering unique aesthetic appeals.

Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

Owners widely praise the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time for its satisfying reversible mechanism, excellent polishing, crisp dial printing, and exceptional value for a dual-face watch. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its novel reversible design, attractive Art Deco-inspired aesthetic, and the value it offers at its price point. Some owners also commend Vario's customer service. The 12mm thickness is a point of discussion, with some finding it surprisingly wearable due to its stepped case and curved bevels, while others note it as a concern due to the dual-watch construction. One reviewer points out the need to remove the watch to switch faces and the potential for smudging on the hidden side. The lack of lume on one dial is seen as a missed opportunity by one owner. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time highly for its clever, well-executed reversible case design and appealing price point.

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