Breitling Top Time DeusvsTissot PR516

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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.

Breitling Top Time Deus at true scale

Top Time Deus

Tissot PR516 at true scale

PR516

Diameter

41mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

51.5mm

n/a

Thickness

14.3mm

14.2mm

lowest

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

48h

68h

highest

MSRP

$5,750

$2,150

lowest

Movement

Breitling 23

Automatic

Case

5 specs
Thickness
14.27mm
14.19mm
Lug-to-Lug
51.5mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Finish
Stainless steel
n/a
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
n/a
White
Indices
n/a
Indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Breitling 23
n/a
Power Reserve
48h
68h
Jewels
27
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,750
$2,150
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Reviews

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

Breitling Top Time Deus

Owners widely praise the Breitling Top Time Deus for its striking dial colors and unique styling, with many finding the watch more gorgeous in person than in photos. The finishing is described as amazing, and the padded, supple leather strap is considered a standout, unlike typical replica straps. Some owners appreciate the automatic movement, avoiding the need for hand-winding, and note the limited production as a potential value preserver. However, the Breitling Top Time Deus is considered overpriced by some, and its long lugs are a drawback for certain wearers. One owner reported the watch lost its front case and glass after a fall, with a missing bezel proving difficult to source. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Breitling Top Time Deus highly for its eye-catching design and quality finishing, making it a desirable piece despite its price point.

Tissot PR516

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot PR516 for its vintage-inspired design, good value, and well-finished, robust 41mm case. Some owners find the size and jubilee bracelet appealing, while others note a bland dial or wish the bezel looked different. The watch is described as athletic and stylish, capturing a '70s sporting spirit with modern refinements, though some feel the raised bezel deviates from the original silhouette and one enthusiast finds the hands a dealbreaker. The bracelet clasp is considered a weak point by one reviewer, being a folded steel design that doesn't match the watch's overall quality. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot PR516 well for its attractive vintage styling and robust case finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Valjoux automatic movement is a key strength. The price point of €2,145 is a point of contention.