Which is cheaper, the Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto or the Spinnaker Croft Pioneer?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Croft Pioneer is the cheaper of the two at $199, against $1,475 for the Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto — a $1,276 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto or the Spinnaker Croft Pioneer?

The Spinnaker Croft Pioneer wears larger at 42mm versus 36mm for the Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto — a 6mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto or the Spinnaker Croft Pioneer?

The Spinnaker Croft Pioneer is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto or the Spinnaker Croft Pioneer?

The Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto carries a 80-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Spinnaker Croft Pioneer.

What movement does the Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto run compared to the Spinnaker Croft Pioneer?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto uses the H-10-S and the Spinnaker Croft Pioneer uses the SII NH35A.

Side by side

Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton AutovsSpinnaker Croft Pioneer

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto

h32265101

MSRP $1,475

Spinnaker Croft Pioneer

croft-pioneer-automatic-fog-grey-sp-5136-55

MSRP $199

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto36mm

Croft Pioneer42mm

Power Reserve

Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto80h

Croft Pioneer40h

Water Resistance

Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto50m

Croft Pioneer100m

MSRP

Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto$1,475

Croft Pioneer$199

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

purple

Grey

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

H-10-S

SII NH35A

Power Reserve

80h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,475

$199

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto

The Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto is praised for its redesigned dial that balances complexity and legibility, forming an "H" logo and highlighting the H-10-S movement. Owners appreciate the 80-hour power reserve and the seamless blend of the bracelet with the lugs. The watch is available in 40mm and 36mm sizes, with prices ranging from A$1,925 to A$2,200, and features 50m water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Skeleton Auto highly for its distinctive dial design and impressive power reserve at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 80-hour power reserve from the H-10 automatic movement is a notable strength. Water resistance to 5 ATM is considered on the lower side for the price point.

Fratello

Time + Tide

Spinnaker Croft Pioneer

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Croft Pioneer for its detailed workmanship and attractive dial tones that appear distinct in sunlight, with one owner reporting excellent timekeeping of zero gain or loss over two days. However, some owners report the watch keeping poor time, losing five minutes in a day, and find the crown difficult to spin. The leather strap is also noted as rigid. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Croft Pioneer highly for its unique aventurine dial and wrist presence at the $130 price point.

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