Citizen Tsuyosa Small SecondvsFrederique Constant Classics Index Automatic

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Measurements
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Tsuyosa Small Second

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 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
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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