Bulova Blue Dial Leather Strap Classic 43L229vsTissot Savonnette

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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.

Bulova Blue Dial Leather Strap Classic 43L229 at true scale

Blue Dial Leather Strap Classic 43L229

Tissot Savonnette at true scale

Savonnette

Diameter

25mm

48.5mm

Thickness

n/a

10.4mm

MSRP

n/a

$425

Movement

Quartz

11.5'

Case

4 specs
Diameter
25mm
48.5mm
Thickness
n/a
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
12mm
n/a

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Domed
Dial Color
n/a
Graded blue-black
Indices
n/a
Arabic

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
n/a
11.5'

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$425
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Reviews

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

Bulova Blue Dial Leather Strap Classic 43L229

Owners praise the Bulova Blue Dial Leather Strap Classic 43L229 for its sweeping second hand and blue dial, with one noting the accuracy of its quartz movement and the presence of a day and date complication. Some owners find the included leather strap acceptable but prefer alternatives like NATO or Islander bracelets for better fit and aesthetic. The watch's smaller 25mm case size presents challenges for strap changes, with one owner reporting difficulty removing the strap due to the leather obstructing the spring bar, and another noting potential fit issues requiring strap modification. One owner appreciates the vintage weathering on the strap, which complements the watch's designed vintage aesthetic, and suggests a lighter strap to enhance the rose gold tone. On balance, owners appreciate the Bulova Blue Dial Leather Strap Classic 43L229 for its aesthetic appeal and accurate quartz timekeeping, though strap changes can be a point of frustration due to its compact size.

Tissot Savonnette

Owners widely praise the Tissot Savonnette as a beautiful and well-made timepiece offering excellent value. The case back is noted as being polished and prepared for engraving. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Savonnette highly for its aesthetic appeal and suitability as an affordable pocket watch.