Knot Watches CS-36SV SeriesvsTissot Ballade

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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.

Knot Watches CS-36SV Series at true scale

CS-36SV Series

Tissot Ballade at true scale

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 specs
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
6.5mm
8.25mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
Blue-green
Blue
Indices
n/a
Indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 1L45
11.5'

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$120
$400
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Reviews

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

Knot Watches CS-36SV Series

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.

Tissot Ballade

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."