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Bremont ALT1-CvsHamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono

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ALT1-C
BremontALT1-C
MSRP $6,150
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono
HamiltonJazzmaster Auto Chrono
MSRP $1,845

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ALT1-C43mm
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono42mm
Power Reserve
ALT1-C40h
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono60h
Water Resistance
ALT1-C100m
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono100m
MSRP
ALT1-C$6,150
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono$1,845

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
16mm
14.83mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Regular length (15cm - 19cm wrist size)
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-50AE
H-31
Power Reserve
40h
60h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,150
$1,845

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Bremont ALT1-C

Owners widely praise the Bremont ALT1-C for its flawless brushed case finish, attractive cream dial with excellent contrast from anthracite sub-dials, and comfortable, balanced wearability. The watch features a well-finished strap and a movement that is a joy to wind, with precise chronograph operation. Reviewers note refined feuille hands and polished Arabic numerals with a golden tinge, balancing ruggedness with elegance. The Bremont ALT1-C averages +3 seconds per day, though one reviewer flags its 16mm height as less than ideal for under-cuff wear and describes the date window as narrow. The modified Valjoux 7750 movement's rotor spin is noticeable. Overall, owners rate the Bremont ALT1-C highly for its refined aesthetics and enjoyable user experience.

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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