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Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema
HamiltonJazzmaster Regulator Cinema
MSRP $1,475
A perfectly useless afternoon
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon
MSRP $195

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema42mm
A perfectly useless afternoon40mm
Power Reserve
Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema40h
A perfectly useless afternoon40h
Water Resistance
Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema50m
A perfectly useless afternoon
MSRP
Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema$1,475
A perfectly useless afternoon$195

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Casual
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12.83mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Standard

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
H-12

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,475
$195

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What people say

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Hamilton Jazzmaster Regulator Cinema

The Hamilton Jazzmaster is widely praised for its value and refined design, with specific models highlighted for sophisticated skeletonization and minimalist aesthetics. Owners appreciate elegant dial work, such as the "spiky H" logo on the Skeleton or the open-heart design on other variants, and the slim profile of the Thinline Automatic is frequently noted. The Calibre H-10-S movement is recognized for its substantial 80-hour power reserve. However, opinions vary on the practicality of open-heart designs, with some finding them gimmicky or impacting legibility, particularly as wearers age. Accuracy figures reported by owners range from 2-3 seconds fast per day to less precise performance, and repair costs can be a consideration. Overall, owners and reviewers value the Hamilton Jazzmaster for its attractive design and accessible price point, with specific models offering unique aesthetic appeals.

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon is widely praised for its creative, fun, and original design, with reviewers and owners alike highlighting its vibrant colors and ability to serve as a conversation starter. The watch is considered well-made for its price, featuring a unique aesthetic where a figure's leg indicates the hour and a rubber duck shows the minutes. Some owners report the blue nylon strap can be small in diameter. One reviewer noted the Milanese bracelet was too shiny and opted to brush it and the lugs for a more subdued look. The mechanical variant uses an STP1-11 automatic movement with a 44-hour power reserve and acceptable accuracy, while the quartz variant features a unique dial design with hour markers integrated into the watery visual. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon highly for its imaginative design and good value.

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