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Astor + Banks ChronovsHamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono

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Chrono
Astor + BanksChrono
MSRP $575
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono
HamiltonJazzmaster Auto Chrono
MSRP $1,845

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono44mm
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono42mm
Power Reserve
Chrono40h
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono60h
Water Resistance
Chrono100m
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono100m
MSRP
Chrono$575
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono$1,845

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
44mm
42mm
Thickness
14.83mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Ronda 5050.B
H-31
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
60h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$575
$1,845

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What people say

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Astor + Banks Chrono

Owners widely praise the Astor + Banks Chrono for its sporty design, wrist-friendly 38.5mm size, and enthusiast-friendly price starting at $525. One reviewer notes the date numeral is consistently half in shadow due to deep-set placement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Chrono highly for its design and value at the price point.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono for its excellent value, blend of classy and sporty design, and detailed dial with applied markers. The watch is noted for its impressive accuracy, with figures ranging from +0.5 to +3 seconds per day. Its 42mm case is described as a classic size with a mix of polished and brushed finishes, and the reverse panda dial is a particular highlight for some. However, the lume is consistently criticized as fading quickly and being underwhelming, and the internal bezel's functionality is found to be cumbersome. One owner found the watch too formal for their needs, while another noted the square case can wear larger than some alternatives. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono highly for its exceptional value and attractive, accurate timekeeping.

From video reviewers

The watch features a quality automatic chronograph movement. The date setting mechanism, requiring a specialized pusher tool, is a notable drawback. Reviewers disagreed on whether the watch competes effectively with luxury alternatives at its price point.

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