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Pompeak Sub-AquaticvsTissot Seastar 1000

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What people say

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

Pompeak Sub-Aquatic

Owners widely praise the Pompeak Sub-Aquatic for its exceptional quality, with the 904L stainless steel case and bracelet, ceramic bezel insert, and waffle dial with a pleasing color gradient frequently highlighted. The Sellita SW200-1 movement and 200m water resistance are noted as strong specifications. The bracelet is considered outstanding and the overall fit and finish are reported as better than lesser alternatives, representing stupendous value for money. On balance, owners rate the Pompeak Sub-Aquatic highly for its exceptional quality and value, with the bracelet and dial being particular points of praise.

Tissot Seastar 1000

Owners widely praise the Tissot Seastar 1000 for its 300m water resistance, 80-hour power reserve, and Swiss movement at its price point, with some highlighting its comfortable, sporty feel and great case/dial ratio. However, community members are split on its proportions, with some finding the indices small and the hands and bezel ill-proportioned, while others note the quartz models offer good value with solid build. The lume is described as unremarkable and not long-lasting, and the bracelet clasp on quartz models is considered flimsy by one owner. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Tissot Seastar 1000 for its robust specifications and value, particularly its impressive water resistance and power reserve.

From video reviewers

The Powermatic 80 movement with its 80-hour power reserve is a shared strength. Reviewers also agree that the 40mm case size significantly improves wearability.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Sub-Aquatic40mm
Seastar 100036mm
Power Reserve
Sub-Aquatic38h
Seastar 1000
Water Resistance
Sub-Aquatic200m
Seastar 1000300m
MSRP
Sub-Aquatic$915
Seastar 1000$515

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
13mm
9.67mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
36mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
904L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
38h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$915
$515
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