Duxot Alicante Rainbow AutomaticvsTissot Le Locle 20th Anniversary

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Measurements
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Alicante Rainbow Automatic

Le Locle 20th Anniversary
Diameter
38mm
29mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.5mm
n/a
Thickness
12mm
8.9mm
lowest
Water Resistance
50m
highest
30m
Power Reserve
42h
48h
highest
MSRP
$229
lowest
$975
Movement
Miyota 8215
Automatic
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely report the Duxot Alicante Rainbow Automatic offers good value, citing its reliable Miyota movement and decent manufacturing quality. Some owners note a bezel that can be stiff or difficult to rotate, and one commenter described the bracelet as "absolute crap," being jangly and less comfortable than alternatives. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner observing a loss of about 12 seconds per day over two weeks. Overall, owners rate the Duxot Alicante Rainbow Automatic highly for its value proposition and appealing design.
Owners widely praise the Tissot Le Locle 20th Anniversary for its classic Swiss design, featuring a textured guilloché dial, crisp Roman numerals, and elegant "Le Locle" script. Reviewers and owners highlight the Powermatic 80 movement with its 80-hour power reserve and Nivachron antimagnetic hairspring, as well as the watch's elegant case finishing and traditional dial. The watch is noted for its refined, timeless personality, fitting the owner's style and being suitable for daily use. Some owners chose it over other models for its classic design and timeless elegance. The 30m water resistance is a noted specification. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Le Locle 20th Anniversary highly for its classic design and the value offered by its Powermatic 80 movement.
The Powermatic 80 movement with an 80-hour power reserve is a key strength. The 3 bar water resistance is a significant limitation for everyday wear.
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