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Alsta SuperautomaticvsTissot Classic Dream Swissmatic

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What people say

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Alsta Superautomatic

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Alsta Superautomatic's excellent retro 70s dive watch design, with a strong connection to the movie Jaws. The contrasting case finishes and dial build quality are well-regarded, and the comfortable Tropic strap is a plus. However, the watch is considered egregiously overpriced at MSRP, with some noting a Seiko NH35 movement and stamped clasp as disappointing for the price. The bezel lacks lume, and one reviewer criticized the bracelet's poor detailing and less crisp machining. The Alsta Superautomatic is seen as a fun summer piece around $500-600, oozing 70s cool. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Alsta Superautomatic highly for its vintage-inspired design and Jaws movie connection, despite significant price concerns at MSRP.

From video reviewers

The Alsta Superautomatic offers excellent value for its price point. Reviewers noted that the lume is on par with Seiko.

Tissot Classic Dream Swissmatic

Owners widely praise the Tissot Classic Dream Swissmatic for its classy white dial with Roman numerals, superb wearability due to balanced dimensions, and elegant, finely finished stainless steel components. The watch is also noted for its sapphire crystal, Swiss-made automatic movement, and sleek design, with one owner calling it a "steal" at $150. However, the Swissmatic movement's accuracy can vary, with one user noting a potential -10/+30 seconds per day, and another seeing figures from +1/+2 to about -6 seconds per day. Some owners feel the 43mm case wears large and can appear oversized on smaller wrists, and the 50-meter water resistance is seen as a limitation by some. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Classic Dream Swissmatic highly for its value as a Swiss-made automatic with a sapphire crystal and elegant design at its price point.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Superautomatic38mm
Classic Dream Swissmatic42mm
Power Reserve
Superautomatic38h
Classic Dream Swissmatic72h
Water Resistance
Superautomatic300m
Classic Dream Swissmatic50m
MSRP
Superautomatic$1,435
Classic Dream Swissmatic$550

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
13.2mm
11.53mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
42mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Silver
Indices
Indexes
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
38h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,435
$550
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