Lum-Tec B72vsTissot Seastar 1000 Chronograph

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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.

Lum-Tec B72 at true scale

B72

Tissot Seastar 1000 Chronograph at true scale

Seastar 1000 Chronograph

Diameter

44mm

45.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

51.5mm

n/a

Thickness

n/a

12.8mm

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

MSRP

$595

lowest

$650

Movement

Ronda 515

Quartz

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
44mm
45.5mm
Thickness
n/a
12.82mm
Lug-to-Lug
51.5mm
n/a
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
B72
Black
Indices
n/a
Indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 515
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$595
$650
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Lum-Tec B72

Owners praise the Lum-Tec B72 for its rugged build and eye-pleasing 24-hour dial. The watch is recommended as an outstanding daily beater, offering decent value. Overall, owners rate the Lum-Tec B72 highly for its rugged build and daily wearability.

Tissot Seastar 1000 Chronograph

Owners widely report significant quality control issues with the Tissot Seastar 1000 Chronograph, including bezel looseness, paint chipping, and instances of flooding, leading some to deem it unsuitable as a tool watch. Conversely, many owners praise its handsome appearance, excellent case finishing, legible matte dial, and well-done ceramic bezel, with some experiencing flawless performance and good value. One reviewer noted the stamped steel clasp as a disappointment, while another found the bracelet surprisingly strong despite hollow endlinks. Some owners find the watch too large, with a protruding case back causing discomfort, and a reviewer mentioned the crown's pattern can dig into fingers. On balance, owners and reviewers are divided on the Tissot Seastar 1000 Chronograph, with praise for its aesthetics and value offset by widespread concerns about build quality and durability.