Certina DS-7 Chrono AutovsTissot PR516

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Certina DS-7 Chrono Auto for its retro 1970s-inspired design, featuring a waffle-style dial with raised sub-dial rings and a contrasting red seconds hand, all housed in a refined 42mm brushed steel case. The watch is noted for its excellent finishing and sporty aesthetic, with some owners remarking that it wears smaller than its 42mm case size due to its thinness for an automatic. The integrated bracelet is generally well-received, though one reviewer found the included strap to be cheap, uncomfortable, and an impractical 21mm width. The automatic movement is cited as a robust Valjoux A05.231 with a 68-hour power reserve, and the watch is considered a great value. One owner notes the movement beats at 21,600 bph, resulting in a more noticeable tick rather than a smooth sweep. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Certina DS-7 Chrono Auto highly for its attractive retro design and excellent value proposition.

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.