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Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMTvsTissot PR516

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Ascent 40 GMT
Erebus WatchesAscent 40 GMT
MSRP $429
PR516
TissotPR516
MSRP $825
What people say

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Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMT

Owners widely praise the Erebus Watches ASCENT for its stunning dial and excellent lume, with many finding it gorgeous and beautiful beyond comprehension. The watch is also noted for its comfortable wearability, attributed to its 40mm case, and the bracelet's micro-adjustable clasp and well-finished screws receive specific commendation. Some owners consider the Miyota 9075 movement excellent for the price, with one reporting accuracy of +1 second per day. However, import duties are a significant concern for some buyers, and the polished case sides are noted to lack a scratch-resistant coating. On balance, owners rate the Erebus Watches ASCENT highly for its aesthetic appeal and comfortable wearability at its price point.

Tissot PR516

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot PR516 for its vintage-inspired dial, robust case finishing, and the horological substance offered at its price point, with some noting its 38mm size and historical connections as highlights. The manual-wind movement is frequently cited for its 68-hour power reserve and modern technology. However, the watch's 14mm thickness and substantial lug-to-lug distance are noted as potentially making it wear large on smaller wrists. Some owners find the dial bland and the fixed bezel disappointing, while others criticize the basic stamped clasp and simplistic movement finishing visible through the display caseback. On balance, owners and reviewers consider the Tissot PR516 a compelling heritage-inspired sports watch, particularly for its value and vintage motorsport aesthetic.

From video reviewers

The value proposition against competitors is a shared strength. Reviewers did not agree on the case size, with mentions of 40mm and 38mm.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ascent 40 GMT40mm
PR51638mm
Power Reserve
Ascent 40 GMT
PR51680h
Water Resistance
Ascent 40 GMT100m
PR516100m
MSRP
Ascent 40 GMT$429
PR516$825

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Sport
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
12.4mm
11.18mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
37mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Malachite
White
Indices
Applied
Indexes
Lume
BGW9 Super-LumiNova®
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
Tissot Powermatic 80
Power Reserve
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$429
$825
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