Which is cheaper, the Bremont Supermarine 300M or the Tissot Ballade?

At MSRP the Tissot Ballade is the cheaper of the two at $1,100, against $3,550 for the Bremont Supermarine 300M — a $2,450 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Bremont Supermarine 300M or the Tissot Ballade?

The Bremont Supermarine 300M wears larger at 40mm versus 39mm for the Tissot Ballade — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Bremont Supermarine 300M or the Tissot Ballade?

The Bremont Supermarine 300M is rated to 300m versus 100m for the Tissot Ballade.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Bremont Supermarine 300M or the Tissot Ballade?

The Tissot Ballade carries a 80-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Bremont Supermarine 300M.

What movement does the Bremont Supermarine 300M run compared to the Tissot Ballade?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Bremont Supermarine 300M uses the BE-92AE and the Tissot Ballade uses the Powermatic 80.

Side by side

Bremont Supermarine 300MvsTissot Ballade

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

Bremont Supermarine 300M

sm40-nd-ss-gn-b

MSRP $3,550

Tissot Ballade

t1564081103300

MSRP $1,100

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Supermarine 300M40mm

Ballade39mm

Power Reserve

Supermarine 300M40h

Ballade80h

Water Resistance

Supermarine 300M300m

Ballade100m

MSRP

Supermarine 300M$3,550

Ballade$1,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Green

Silver

Indices

Applied

Roman

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

BE-92AE

Powermatic 80

Power Reserve

40h

80h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$3,550

$1,100

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Bremont Supermarine 300M

The Bremont Supermarine 300M is praised for its comfortable 40mm and 42mm case sizes, with owners noting the 42mm wears well on smaller wrists due to its lug design. One owner highlights the 13mm thinness of the 40mm case, considered compact for a 300m diver. The watch is priced at $1375. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Bremont Supermarine 300M for its wearability and compact dimensions, especially for a dive watch.

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Tissot Ballade

Owners widely praise the Tissot Ballade for its excellent value, immaculate quality for the price, and attractive design, with many highlighting the mesmerizing dial and hobnail or fluted bezel. Reviewers and owners alike commend its comfortable 39mm proportions and slim case, noting the COSC-certified Powermatic 80 movement as a significant strength. Some owners find the included strap and clasp to be areas for potential improvement, and one owner noted disappointment with a quartz movement in a specific model. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Tissot Ballade a strong value proposition, excelling in design and movement certification at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Tissot Ballade's unique, intricately cut ribbed bezel design adds depth and character to the case. The watch's stunning finishing is a notable strength, suggesting a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail. A drawback is the somewhat lacking lume brightness, which may be a concern for those who plan to wear it in low-light conditions.

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