Awake Watches Son MàivsTissot Classic Dream
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Measurements
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Son Mài
Classic Dream
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.6mm
n/a
Thickness
11.8mm
10.2mm
lowest
Water Resistance
50m
50m
Power Reserve
n/a
80h
MSRP
$2,299
$550
lowest
Movement
La Joux-Perret G101
Tissot Powermatic 80
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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.
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.
Owners widely praise the Tissot Classic Dream for its elegant design, clean traditional face, and exceptional value, with many highlighting its sapphire crystal and Swiss automatic movement. Reviewers note its superb wearability, with one owner specifically mentioning its thin 8.1mm thickness and 40mm case. Some owners desire increased water resistance beyond the 50m specification. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Classic Dream highly for its classic styling and strong value proposition.
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