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Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto ChronovsStraton Straton Yacht Racer Quartz

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Jazzmaster Auto Chrono
HamiltonJazzmaster Auto Chrono
MSRP $1,845
Straton Yacht Racer Quartz
StratonStraton Yacht Racer Quartz
MSRP $349

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono42mm
Straton Yacht Racer Quartz42mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono60h
Straton Yacht Racer Quartz
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono100m
Straton Yacht Racer Quartz100m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono$1,845
Straton Yacht Racer Quartz$349

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Thickness
14.83mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
H-31
Miyota 6S21
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
60h
0h
Jewels
25
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,845
$349

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What people say

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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.

Straton Yacht Racer Quartz

Owners report the Straton Yacht Racer Quartz is in excellent condition with flawless sapphire crystal and lumed bezel, and some find the 42mm case a bit wide. Reviewers praise the Straton Yacht Racer Quartz as a fun, colorful, and quirky chronograph offering exceptional value under $300 with a retro design and a reliable Miyota quartz movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Straton Yacht Racer Quartz highly for its exceptional value and retro design.

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