Awake Watches Son MàivsTissot Gentleman

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Awake Watches Son Mài at true scale

Son Mài

Tissot Gentleman at true scale

Gentleman

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

45.6mm

n/a

Thickness

11.8mm

11.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

80h

MSRP

$2,299

$950

lowest

Movement

La Joux-Perret G101

Tissot Powermatic 80

Case

6 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
11.8mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.6mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
21mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Domed
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
n/a
Blue
Indices
n/a
Indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Tissot Powermatic 80
Power Reserve
0h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,299
$950
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Awake Watches Son Mài

The Awake Watches Son Mài is praised for its step up in finishing and attention to detail, featuring impressive handcrafted dials with silver leaf gilding and lacquered colors, combined with excellent Super-LumiNova application. Its 39mm recycled steel case is comfortable and works well as a daily watch, though the dial design makes it wear larger. The dial features meticulous lacquer work and a hidden, hand-chiselled silhouette. The La Joux-Perret G101 automatic movement offers a 68-hour power reserve. Overall, reviewers highly regard the Awake Watches Son Mài for its impressive handcrafted dials and comfortable 39mm case.

From video reviewers

The Son Mài's lacquer dial is consistently praised for its depth and intricate detail. Sharp lugs are cited as a drawback affecting comfort. Reviewers disagree on the value proposition compared to luxury brands.

Tissot Gentleman

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot Gentleman for its exceptional value, versatile design, and impressive finishing that appears a tier above its price point. The Powermatic 80 movement is consistently highlighted for its 80-hour power reserve and reliability, with some models featuring a silicon balance spring. Owners appreciate its comfortable wearability, with specific mentions of the 40mm size being ideal for most wrists and the 38mm variant being a "Goldilocks" size. The dial's sunburst and pyramidal finishes are noted for how they interact with light, and its build quality is often compared favorably to more expensive alternatives. Some owners desire a smaller 36-38mm size, and one reviewer found the "Powermatic 80 Silicium" text on the dial perplexing. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Gentleman highly for its refined aesthetics and robust movement at an attractive price.

From video reviewers

The Powermatic 80 movement with its 80-hour power reserve is a shared strength. Reviewers also agree on its value at the price point. No shared weaknesses were identified.