Sternglas KantonvsTissot Gentleman

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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.

Sternglas Kanton at true scale

Kanton

Tissot Gentleman at true scale

Gentleman

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

45mm

n/a

Thickness

10mm

lowest

11.5mm

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

38h

80h

highest

MSRP

$971

$950

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Tissot Powermatic 80

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
10mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
21mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Domed
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
n/a
Blue
Indices
n/a
Indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Tissot Powermatic 80
Power Reserve
38h
80h
Jewels
n/a
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$971
$950
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Reviews

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

Sternglas Kanton

Owners and reviewers praise the Sternglas Kanton's refined Bauhaus design, improved luminous hands and dots for excellent legibility, and comfortable 39mm case. Some note the satin-finish dial and the availability of a brown strap option. The Sternglas Kanton is affordably priced at €899, and one reviewer reported an accuracy of +15 seconds per day. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Sternglas Kanton highly for its Bauhaus design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

Tissot Gentleman

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot Gentleman for its exceptional value, versatile design, and impressive finishing that appears a tier above its price point. The Powermatic 80 movement is consistently highlighted for its 80-hour power reserve and reliability, with some models featuring a silicon balance spring. Owners appreciate its comfortable wearability, with specific mentions of the 40mm size being ideal for most wrists and the 38mm variant being a "Goldilocks" size. The dial's sunburst and pyramidal finishes are noted for how they interact with light, and its build quality is often compared favorably to more expensive alternatives. Some owners desire a smaller 36-38mm size, and one reviewer found the "Powermatic 80 Silicium" text on the dial perplexing. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Gentleman highly for its refined aesthetics and robust movement at an attractive price.

From video reviewers

The Powermatic 80 movement with its 80-hour power reserve is a shared strength. Reviewers also agree on its value at the price point. No shared weaknesses were identified.