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Cincinnati Watch Company The Cincinnatus Field Black Manual WindvsTissot Ballade

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The Cincinnatus Field Black Manual Wind
Cincinnati Watch CompanyThe Cincinnatus Field Black Manual Wind
MSRP $695
Ballade
TissotBallade
MSRP $400
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Cincinnati Watch Company The Cincinnatus Field Black Manual Wind

Owners praise the Cincinnati Watch Company Cincinnatus Field for its exceptional value, citing the Sellita SW210-1 manual-wind movement, gilt numerals, textured dial, and sapphire crystal, all assembled in the USA for under $400. Exceptional customer service is noted, with the maker accommodating left-handed dial flips. The watch is well-made and runs at approximately -2 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company highly for its impressive specification set and value proposition.

Tissot Ballade

Owners widely praise the Tissot Ballade for its exceptional value, immaculate quality, and impressive execution, particularly highlighting its detailed dial finishing, fluted bezel, and comfortable wearability. Reviewers consistently flag the COSC-certified Powermatic 80 movement with an 80-hour power reserve and silicon balance spring as significant strengths, contributing to its appeal as an accessible "nice watch." The 39mm size is favored by some for its wearability, and the Jubilee-style bracelet receives positive mentions for its solid construction, though its clasp features are noted as lacking premium elements. One owner found the watch mesmerizing, comparing its dial and bezel to tributes of other luxury watches. A specific concern raised by one owner was disappointment that their Ballade model was quartz, expressing a strong desire for an automatic version.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Cincinnatus Field Black Manual Wind38mm
Ballade40mm
Power Reserve
The Cincinnatus Field Black Manual Wind45h
Ballade40h
Water Resistance
The Cincinnatus Field Black Manual Wind100m
Ballade100m
MSRP
The Cincinnatus Field Black Manual Wind$695
Ballade$400

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
10.2mm
8.25mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
40mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Screw Down Steel
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Indices
Indexes
Lume
X1 C3
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
11.5'
Type
Manual
Quartz
Power Reserve
45h
40h
Jewels
18
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$695
$400
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