Which is cheaper, the Glycine Combat 6 Classic or the Tissot Ballade?

At MSRP the Tissot Ballade is the cheaper of the two at $1,100, against $1,450 for the Glycine Combat 6 Classic — a $350 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Glycine Combat 6 Classic or the Tissot Ballade?

The Glycine Combat 6 Classic wears larger at 43mm versus 39mm for the Tissot Ballade — a 4mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Glycine Combat 6 Classic or the Tissot Ballade?

The Tissot Ballade is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Glycine Combat 6 Classic.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Glycine Combat 6 Classic or the Tissot Ballade?

The Tissot Ballade carries a 80-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Glycine Combat 6 Classic.

What movement does the Glycine Combat 6 Classic run compared to the Tissot Ballade?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Glycine Combat 6 Classic uses the SW200-1 and the Tissot Ballade uses the Powermatic 80.

Side by side

Glycine Combat 6 ClassicvsTissot Ballade

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Glycine Combat 6 Classic

GL0104

MSRP $1,450

Tissot Ballade

t1564081103300

MSRP $1,100

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Combat 6 Classic43mm

Ballade39mm

Power Reserve

Combat 6 Classic38h

Ballade80h

Water Resistance

Combat 6 Classic50m

Ballade100m

MSRP

Combat 6 Classic$1,450

Ballade$1,100

Full specifications

Case

8 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

—

Flat

AR Coating

—

Yes

Indices

—

Roman

Lume

Luminous

Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

SW200-1

Powermatic 80

Power Reserve

38h

80h

Complications

Date

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,450

$1,100

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Glycine Combat 6 Classic

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat 6 Classic for its refined engineering, comfortable 36mm wearability, and exceptionally legible dial with well-executed lume on markers. One owner notes the salmon dial model features a decorated Glycine Cal. 224 movement, an ETA 2824-2. A reviewer points out that while dial markers have good lume, the hands have minimal lume, and the serial number etched between the lugs is visible.

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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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