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Hamilton Jazzmaster Day Date AutovsSeiko King Seiko VANAC Seiko Boutique Exclusive Edition

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Jazzmaster Day Date Auto
HamiltonJazzmaster Day Date Auto
MSRP $1,045

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Day Date Auto40mm
King Seiko VANAC Seiko Boutique Exclusive Edition41mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Day Date Auto80h
King Seiko VANAC Seiko Boutique Exclusive Edition72h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Day Date Auto50m
King Seiko VANAC Seiko Boutique Exclusive Edition100m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Day Date Auto$1,045
King Seiko VANAC Seiko Boutique Exclusive Edition$3,300

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
11.52mm
14.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45.1mm
Lug Width
20mm
17mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Box
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-40
8L45
Power Reserve
80h
72h
Jewels
25
35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,045
$3,300

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What people say

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Hamilton Jazzmaster Day Date Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Day Date Auto for its versatility as an everyday and business-casual timepiece. One owner specifically notes it felt the best on their wrist after trying multiple options. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Day Date Auto highly for its comfortable wearability and suitability for various occasions.

Seiko King Seiko VANAC Seiko Boutique Exclusive Edition

Owners and reviewers widely praise the King Seiko VANAC Seiko Boutique Exclusive Edition for its intricate finishing on its angular case and bracelet, comfortable feel on the wrist, and retro-inspired design. Specific call-outs include the crisp blue-and-white colorway, vibrant titanium case design, novel dial ring, and striking purple dial options. Owners consider it a premium and value-for-money piece, appreciating its dial texture, polished and brushed finishes, and intentional 70s-inspired aesthetic. The 8L45 movement is noted for its 70-72 hour power reserve, with accuracy figures ranging from +10/-5 seconds per day to -5/+10 seconds per day. One reviewer found the accuracy not great for the price point, while another noted it as slightly loose compared to other brands. The lack of lume limits it to daytime use, and the hidden butterfly clasp is considered unintuitive by one source. Some owners wished the bracelet tapered more at the clasp.

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