Corniche Corniche ChronographvsTissot PR516

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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.

Corniche Corniche Chronograph at true scale

Corniche Chronograph

Tissot PR516 at true scale

PR516

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Thickness

11.5mm

lowest

12.2mm

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

MSRP

$425

lowest

$575

Movement

Seiko VK64

13.25'

Case

3 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
11.5mm
12.16mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
Green
White
Indices
n/a
Indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
13.25'
Type
Meca-Quartz
Quartz
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$425
$575
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Reviews

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

Corniche Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Corniche Chronograph for its premium look and finishing, often highlighting its elegant and classy appearance and attractive dial depth, especially considering its price point around $400-$455. The 39mm case size is frequently cited as a positive, though some find it too small. The Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement is noted by some as basic, while others are unbothered by it. One owner flagged a poorly mounted plaque on the case side, and another pointed out a potential misstep with a "mile" marking on the tachymeter scale. Overall, owners rate the Corniche Chronograph highly for its noble and high-quality appearance at the price.

Tissot PR516

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot PR516 for its athletic 70s charisma and thoughtful finishing, with many noting its robust case and vintage-inspired dial. Some owners find the dial bland, while others wish the bezel looked different. The bracelet clasp and stamped clasp are considered a letdown by several reviewers, not matching the case quality. The PR516 Powermatic 80 variant is criticized for its fixed bezel, seen as a deceptive imitation of a functional dive bezel. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot PR516 highly for its vintage style and modern features at an accessible price point.