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Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono QuartzvsStraton Straton Curve Chrono MKII

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Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz
HamiltonJazzmaster Chrono Quartz
MSRP $1,075
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
StratonStraton Curve Chrono MKII
MSRP $1,099

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz42mm
Straton Curve Chrono MKII42mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz40h
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz100m
Straton Curve Chrono MKII100m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz$1,075
Straton Curve Chrono MKII$1,099

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Thickness
12.13mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47.4mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid
Stamped Design with Wheel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
251.274
NE86
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
25
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,075
$1,099

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What people say

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Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz for its excellent value, with some enthusiasts appreciating its unique styling. However, the open-heart design is a point of contention; some find it cluttered and prone to collecting dirt, while others report difficulty reading the time with it, particularly as eyesight declines. One owner notes the movement is not exceptional. On balance, owners consider the Hamilton Jazzmaster Chrono Quartz a superb deal, with its value being the primary draw.

Straton Curve Chrono MKII

The watch offers a retro motorsport aesthetic with a quality finish and well-chosen movements at an affordable price. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.

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