Hamilton Ventura QuartzvsTissot Savonnette
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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.
Ventura Quartz
Savonnette
Diameter
24mm
48.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
n/a
Thickness
7.8mm
lowest
10.4mm
Water Resistance
50m
n/a
MSRP
$1,075
$425
lowest
Movement
956.112
11.5'
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Hamilton Ventura Quartz is celebrated for its unique, eye-catching design, a trait that has cemented its place in Hollywood history, notably appearing in the Men in Black films and with Elvis Presley. Owners praise its ability to bring beautiful simplicity to smaller wrists. One owner notes that the 11mm thickness can feel substantial for its 32mm case size. Overall, owners rate the Hamilton Ventura Quartz highly for its distinctive design and Hollywood provenance.
Owners widely praise the Tissot Savonnette as a beautiful and well-made timepiece offering excellent value. The case back is noted as being polished and prepared for engraving. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Savonnette highly for its aesthetic appeal and suitability as an affordable pocket watch.
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