Citizen Mickey AstronautvsTissot PR516

The Citizen Mickey Astronaut is praised for its highly detailed dial art with luminous Mickey and stars, and offers 100 meters of water resistance. Some owners question its legibility due to the dial design and note its large 42mm case diameter, with one measuring it closer to 45.8mm. The crown placement at 4 o'clock is found difficult to wind by one owner, though they still value the watch. Overall, owners appreciate the Citizen Mickey Astronaut for its unique dial art and robust water resistance, despite some concerns about case size and crown ergonomics.

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot PR516 for its athletic 1970s charisma, vintage-inspired dial design, and thoughtful finishing. The manual-wind chronograph variant is noted for its robust case and impressive A05.291 movement with a 68-hour power reserve, while the automatic Powermatic 80 variant offers an 80-hour power reserve in a 38mm steel case at an accessible price. However, several sources flag the bracelet clasp as a letdown, describing it as a folded steel or stamped design that does not match the case quality. Some owners find the dial bland or wish the bezel looked different, and one reviewer notes the 14mm thickness of the chronograph can be noticeable. The Powermatic 80 variant's fixed bezel is criticized by one owner as a departure from dive watch principles. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot PR516 highly for its strong value and retro-inspired design, with the chronograph movement and accessible pricing being key draws.