Mido Ocean Star 39vsTissot PRC 100 Solar

The measurements

Sized up.

Catalogue photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimetre scale.

Mido Ocean Star 39 at true scale

Ocean Star 39

Tissot PRC 100 Solar at true scale

PRC 100 Solar

Diameter

39mm

39mm

Thickness

n/a

9.2mm

Water Resistance

200m

highest

100m

MSRP

$1,250

$575

lowest

Movement

Mido Caliber 72

11.5'

Case

6 specs
Category
n/a
Sport
Thickness
n/a
9.22mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
316L stainless steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
n/a
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black and blue gradient
Silver
Indices
n/a
Indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Mido Caliber 72
11.5'
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,250
$575

What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side.

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

Mido Ocean Star 39

The 39mm case size and textured dial are consistently praised. Case finishing and bracelet quality are points of contention.

Tissot PRC 100 Solar

Owners and reviewers highlight the Tissot PRC 100 Solar's value and modern, urban aesthetic, with its slim 9.2mm case and good finishing for the price. The solar movement is a key feature, offering a 14-month power reserve and rapid charging capabilities. Some owners find the dial colors a bit uninspired, and the date window placement is disliked, while the second hand's ticking is noted as a drawback compared to automatic movements. The watch's 39mm case is considered versatile, though some prefer a smaller 35-37mm size. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Tissot PRC 100 Solar a versatile daily wear, particularly for its solar technology and Swiss-made appeal at its price point.

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