Citizen Tsuyosa Small SecondvsFrederique Constant Classics Index Automatic

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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.

Citizen Tsuyosa Small Second at true scale

Tsuyosa Small Second

Frederique Constant Classics Index Automatic at true scale

Classics Index Automatic

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Thickness

11.7mm

10.3mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

$650

lowest

$1,150

Movement

Miyota 8322

Frederique Constant FC-303

Case

1 specs
Thickness
11.7mm
10.3mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8322
Frederique Constant FC-303

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$1,150
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Reviews

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Citizen Tsuyosa Small Second

The Citizen Tsuyosa Small Second is widely praised for its exceptional value and finishing for the price, featuring a textured dial that offers surprising depth and a retro feel. Owners appreciate its versatility as an everyday or business-casual watch, with some noting its symmetrical dial and subsidiary seconds as a unique aesthetic. However, the integrated bracelet's bulkiness at the lugs makes the 40mm case wear large, and the bracelet itself is described as merely adequate with some complaints about the clasp. The 4 o'clock crown is also noted as tricky to operate, particularly for winding. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting significant gain after several months. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Tsuyosa Small Second highly for its impressive build quality and dial design at its price point.

Frederique Constant Classics Index Automatic

Owners widely praise the Frederique Constant Classics Index Automatic for its classic aesthetic and value, with many finding it a versatile everyday and business-casual watch that looks more expensive than its price suggests. One owner notes its surprising thinness and another prefers its styling over competitors. The brand is considered underrated, with the Classics Index model being a favorite. Overall, owners rate the Frederique Constant Classics Index Automatic highly for its classic design and value.

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