Defakto AkkordvsTissot Classic Dream

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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.

Defakto Akkord at true scale

Akkord

Tissot Classic Dream at true scale

Classic Dream

Diameter

42mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

51mm

n/a

Thickness

9.8mm

lowest

10.2mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

n/a

80h

MSRP

n/a

$550

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Tissot Powermatic 80

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
9.8mm
10.23mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
n/a
Silver
Indices
n/a
Indexes

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Tissot Powermatic 80
Power Reserve
0h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$550
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Reviews

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

Defakto Akkord

The Defakto Akkord is widely praised for its harmonious, Bauhaus-inspired design, featuring well-proportioned hands and indices, with some owners appreciating the ability to personalize dials and hands. Reviewers note its 42mm Ickler case and value in the $500-800 range. Owners report the watch is only very slightly fast, though the lack of a second hand makes precise accuracy difficult to gauge. The Defakto Akkord is presented with a 42mm x 51mm x 9.8mm brushed 316L stainless steel case, weighing 72g, and includes the Ickler bracelet. Overall, owners rate the Defakto Akkord highly for its minimalist design and perceived value.

Tissot Classic Dream

Owners widely praise the Tissot Classic Dream for its elegant design, clean traditional face, and exceptional value, with many highlighting its sapphire crystal and Swiss automatic movement. Reviewers note its superb wearability, with one owner specifically mentioning its thin 8.1mm thickness and 40mm case. Some owners desire increased water resistance beyond the 50m specification. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Classic Dream highly for its classic styling and strong value proposition.