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Sugess MoonPhase Master S394vsTissot PR516

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MoonPhase Master S394
SugessMoonPhase Master S394
MSRP $449
PR516
TissotPR516
MSRP $2,150
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Sugess MoonPhase Master S394

Owners widely praise the Sugess MoonPhase Master S394 for its impressive value, offering multiple complications at a sub-$200 price point, with one owner highlighting its deep blue dial and applied markers. While one owner finds the 14mm thickness acceptable and wearable, another notes the included straps are subpar and the movement finishing is rough under magnification. The long lugs can also create a noticeable gap with the strap. On balance, owners rate the Sugess MoonPhase Master S394 highly for the significant complications and aesthetic appeal it delivers at its accessible price.

Tissot PR516

The Tissot PR516 is widely praised for its vintage-inspired design, robust and well-finished case, and the value it offers. Owners and reviewers frequently highlight its crisp dials, heritage inspiration, and modern refinements like the Powermatic 80 movement. Some owners appreciate its size and jubilee bracelet, finding it comfortable and a good alternative to other models. However, several sources note a 14mm thickness that can feel noticeable, and the bracelet clasp is considered a weak point by one reviewer, being a folded steel design. The case design is described by some as unrefined or boring, lacking the appeal of the original 70s model, and one enthusiast finds the hands a dealbreaker. The fixed bezel on some variants is seen as a gimmick by some owners, and the orange subdial hand can be difficult to read. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot PR516 highly for its strong vintage aesthetic and robust build quality at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Valjoux automatic movement is a key strength. The price point of €2,145 is a point of contention.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MoonPhase Master S39440mm
PR51641mm
Power Reserve
MoonPhase Master S39445h
PR51668h
Water Resistance
MoonPhase Master S39450m
PR516100m
MSRP
MoonPhase Master S394$449
PR516$2,150

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
13mm
14.19mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
41mm
Material
Stainless Steel/Rose Gold
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Case Black
White
Indices
Applied
Indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seagull ST21
Beat Rate
3 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
45h
68h
Complications
GMT, Chronograph, Moonphase, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$2,150
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