Knot Watches CAP 38mm Automatic Power ReservevsTissot Le Locle
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Measurements
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CAP 38mm Automatic Power Reserve

Le Locle
Diameter
38mm
39.3mm
Thickness
11.3mm
9.8mm
lowest
Water Resistance
50m
highest
30m
Power Reserve
40h
80h
highest
MSRP
$281
lowest
$795
Movement
Seiko YN84
Tissot Powermatic 80
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners praise the Knot Watches CAP 38mm Automatic Power Reserve for its unique dial designs, such as the Raden with mother-of-pearl flakes and a deep red dial with gold dusting. The watch's low weight and comfortable mesh strap make it easy to wear, and the small seconds hand accurately hits its markers. Some owners find the "timepiece" text below the Knot logo undesirable, and one owner noted the strap width prevents the use of alternative straps. The Seiko YN84 automatic movement powers the watch, which features a 38mm steel case with polished and brushed finishes and 50m water resistance. Overall, owners appreciate the Knot Watches CAP 38mm Automatic Power Reserve for its distinctive visual appeal and comfortable wearability.
Owners widely praise the Tissot Le Locle for its classic elegance, guilloché dial, and 39.3mm case size, which reviewers note fits well under cuffs due to its sub-10mm thickness. The watch is considered a classy and versatile dress watch, with one owner settling on a gold variant with a white dial and crocodile strap. Some owners, however, flag the 30m water resistance as a drawback, and the bracelet style is not a universal favorite. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Le Locle highly for its premium appearance and elegant design at its price point.
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