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Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer AutochronovsBaltic MR Classic

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

Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono
HamiltonJazzmaster Performer Autochrono
MSRP $2,645
MR Classic
BalticMR Classic
MSRP $589

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono42mm
MR Classic36mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono60h
MR Classic42h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono100m
MR Classic30m
MSRP
Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono$2,645
MR Classic$589

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
15.22mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hesalite

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-31
Hangzhou CAL5000a Micro-rotor
Power Reserve
60h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,645
$589

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What people say

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Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono for its versatile design, clean no-date dial, and comfortable wearability. Reviewers note the 42mm model features dauphine hands and a tachymeter bezel, powered by the H-31 automatic chronograph movement with a 60-hour power reserve. Some owners report an 80-hour power reserve and find the watch a beautiful choice for daily wear, while others express concerns about the price point and the durability of the black bezel. Accuracy averages just over 2 seconds per day, though one owner experienced an internal issue requiring service. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono for its attractive styling and daily wearability, despite some reservations regarding its price and bezel durability.

Baltic MR Classic

Owners widely praise the Baltic MR Classic's attractive dial with applied Breguet numerals and granular texture, noting it looks far more expensive than its price. Reviewers highlight the refined, dressy aesthetic and the visually appealing micro-rotor movement. Some owners report precise time-setting and a smooth winding action. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner seeing +1 second per day and another averaging +10 seconds per day. Concerns exist regarding the gold PVD finish's durability, with reports of wear from strap friction. The 36mm case is described as small, and some find the bezel chunky and the watch's overall height significant. The Chinese Hangzhou micro-rotor movement is noted as potentially noisy and difficult for local repair, though Baltic's customer service and warranty are praised. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Baltic MR Classic highly for its dressy aesthetic and dial finishing at its price point.

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