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Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto ChronovsSternglas Merion

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Jazzmaster Auto Chrono
HamiltonJazzmaster Auto Chrono
MSRP $2,095
Merion
SternglasMerion
MSRP $701
What people say

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Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono for its value and dressy yet substantial look. The H-31 or adapted 7753 movement is noted, alongside a 60-hour power reserve. Some owners prefer a 3-6-9 subdial layout or a smaller case size, and the movement's thickness makes it unsuitable for those seeking a slim watch. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono highly for its value and refined aesthetic.

Sternglas Merion

The value proposition of the Sternglas Merion is consistently praised by reviewers. Reviewers disagree on whether the Sternglas Merion is the best dive watch under €500.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono42mm
Merion41mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono60h
Merion41h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono100m
Merion200m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono$2,095
Merion$701

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
15.23mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
Luminova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-21
Seiko TMI NH35
Power Reserve
60h
41h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,095
$701
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