Micromilspec The U.S. Space ForcevsTissot Seastar 1000

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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.

Micromilspec The U.S. Space Force at true scale

The U.S. Space Force

Tissot Seastar 1000 at true scale

Seastar 1000

Diameter

42mm

40mm

Thickness

12mm

lowest

12.5mm

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

80h

MSRP

n/a

$875

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Tissot Powermatic 80

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
12.48mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
n/a
Graded grey-black
Indices
n/a
Indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Tissot Powermatic 80
Power Reserve
0h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$875
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Reviews

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

Micromilspec The U.S. Space Force

Micromilspec The U.S. Space Force Watch is a 42mm automatic tool watch with a unique dial design featuring the Space Force logo and orbital rings. It uses a Sellita SW200 automatic movement and has 200m water resistance. One owner reported a crown issue that was resolved by re-threading, and noted the bezel is stiff with a crisp detent but difficult to grip for diving. The watch is seen by some as a stylish office or date watch rather than a practical tool for soldiers, with its design execution questioned. Civilian versions are priced at $1,500 USD. On balance, owners and reviewers find Micromilspec The U.S. Space Force Watch to be a uniquely designed watch with a reliable movement, though some question its practical tool watch utility.

Tissot Seastar 1000

Owners widely praise the Tissot Seastar 1000 for its value and solid build, with one reviewer calling it a comfortable, sporty, and affordable everyday watch with a great case and dial ratio. However, some owners find the Tissot Seastar 1000 too large and poorly proportioned, citing small indices on larger dials and a difficult-to-read bezel. Criticisms also include a non-reflective crystal causing glare, mediocre lume, and a subpar bracelet, with some feeling it is underwhelming for the price compared to other divers. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Seastar 1000 highly for its value and solid build at the price point.

From video reviewers

The 80-hour power reserve from the Powermatic 80 movement is a significant strength. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.