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Bremont ionBirdvsTissot Heritage 1938

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

ionBird
BremontionBird
MSRP $5,800
Heritage 1938
TissotHeritage 1938
MSRP $925

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ionBird43mm
Heritage 193839mm
Power Reserve
ionBird40h
Heritage 193838h
Water Resistance
ionBird
Heritage 193850m
MSRP
ionBird$5,800
Heritage 1938$925

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Dress
Diameter
43mm
39mm
Thickness
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
39mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Regular length (15cm - 19cm wrist size)
Anthracite
Indices
Applied
Arabic

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
40h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,800
$925

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What people say

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Bremont ionBird

Owners report the Bremont ionBird is overpriced and features a printed dial with a poorly placed date window at 4:30, which some find visually disruptive. However, some owners suggest its case finishing is superior to competitors. The 43mm titanium Bremont ionBird GMT is powered by a COSC-certified BE-93-2AV automatic movement and retails for $5,795. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Bremont ionBird's date window placement and price point to be significant drawbacks.

Tissot Heritage 1938

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot Heritage 1938 for its stunning vintage-inspired design and excellent value, particularly as a COSC-certified automatic under $1000. The dial's ability to catch light and subtly change colors, along with rosy gold numerals, is a frequent highlight. The watch uses a chronometer-certified ETA 2824-2 movement, though its 38-hour power reserve is noted as less than some contemporary offerings. Some owners find the 39mm case size appears larger on the wrist, with a desire for smaller options. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Heritage 1938 highly for its charming retro aesthetics and impressive chronometer movement at an accessible price point.

From video reviewers

The most attainable Swiss chronometer is a key strength. Reviewers did not agree on any weaknesses.

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