Knot Watches CS-36SV SeriesvsTissot Ballade

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Measurements
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CS-36SV Series

Ballade
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
6.5mm
lowest
8.3mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m
highest
MSRP
$120
lowest
$400
Movement
Miyota 1L45
11.5'
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Knot Watches Knot CS-36SV Series owners praise its solid quality, clean aesthetic, and consistent small seconds hand. The watch is noted for its lightness and comfortable leather strap, with one owner finding it a satisfying purchase. Some owners highlight the interchangeable 18mm straps as a positive feature, though one reviewer found the lugs to be a bit thick, potentially compromising proportions. The watch offers surprisingly good quality and finishing for its price point. Overall, owners rate the Knot Watches Knot CS-36SV Series highly for its satisfying wearability and good value.
Owners widely praise the Tissot Ballade for its exceptional value, comfortable wearability, and impressive dial finishing, with many considering it a standout in its price segment. Reviewers highlight its COSC-certified automatic movements, often noting the Powermatic 80 with a silicon balance spring, and a slim case profile. Some owners find the design reminiscent of other luxury watches, and the Jubilee-style bracelet and leather straps receive mixed feedback, with some finding them lacking premium features or detracting from the watch's elegance. One owner expressed disappointment that the specific model they encountered was quartz, preferring an automatic version. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Ballade highly for its blend of design, precision, and value, making it an accessible "nice watch."
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