Knot Watches STS-32SVvsTissot 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 STS-32SV at true scale

STS-32SV

Tissot Ballade at true scale

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 specs
Diameter
32mm
40mm
Thickness
6mm
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
Green
Blue
Indices
n/a
Indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko (Epson) EL31
11.5'
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$185
$400
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Reviews

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

Knot Watches STS-32SV

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.

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."