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Formex Field AutomaticvsTissot Ballade

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Field Automatic
FormexField Automatic
MSRP $881
Ballade
TissotBallade
MSRP $1,100

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Field Automatic40mm
Ballade39mm
Power Reserve
Field Automatic41h
Ballade80h
Water Resistance
Field Automatic150m
Ballade100m
MSRP
Field Automatic$881
Ballade$1,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
10.6mm
10.98mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
39mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
150m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Ash Grey
Silver
Indices
Applied
Roman
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Powermatic 80
Power Reserve
41h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$881
$1,100

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What people say

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Formex Field Automatic

Owners widely praise the Formex Field Automatic for its lightweight, scratch-resistant Grade 2 titanium case with a hardening treatment and its comfortable wearability, especially with quick-release straps and a carbon clasp. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the dial's legibility and depth, with one noting the Petrol Blue's great color and subtle texture. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is considered a practical choice, with one owner reporting accuracy of +1 second per day. The watch offers 150m water resistance and is seen as good value under $1000. Some owners desire a matching titanium bracelet and find the numeral typography less appealing. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Field Automatic highly for its robust, comfortable titanium construction and functional dial design at its price point.

Tissot Ballade

Owners widely praise the Tissot Ballade for its excellent value, immaculate quality for the price, and attractive design, with many highlighting the mesmerizing dial and hobnail or fluted bezel. Reviewers and owners alike commend its comfortable 39mm proportions and slim case, noting the COSC-certified Powermatic 80 movement as a significant strength. Some owners find the included strap and clasp to be areas for potential improvement, and one owner noted disappointment with a quartz movement in a specific model. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Tissot Ballade a strong value proposition, excelling in design and movement certification at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Tissot Ballade's unique, intricately cut ribbed bezel design adds depth and character to the case. The watch's stunning finishing is a notable strength, suggesting a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail. A drawback is the somewhat lacking lume brightness, which may be a concern for those who plan to wear it in low-light conditions.

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