Knot Watches STS-32SVvsTissot Ballade
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Measurements
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STS-32SV

Ballade
Diameter
32mm
40mm
Thickness
6mm
lowest
8.3mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m
highest
MSRP
$185
lowest
$400
Movement
Seiko (Epson) EL31
11.5'
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Knot STS-32SV for its versatility, build quality, and attention to detail, with one owner highlighting its lightness and comfortable strap. However, opinions on the strap quality and engraving are mixed, and one owner reported a quartz watch that lost time and poor customer service. The Knot STS-32SV is seen as a compelling option for those seeking a moon-phase complication and a well-finished dial at its price point. Overall, owners value the Knot STS-32SV for its attractive design and wearability, despite some reservations about strap quality and customer support.
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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