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Orient Classic WatchvsTissot Ballade

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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.

Orient Classic Watch

Owners widely praise the Orient Classic Watch for its excellent fit and finish, polished look suitable for suits, and classy signed crown. The modern 40mm case size and retro styling are appreciated, allowing it to blend well with any outfit without being ostentatious. The crown is not screw-down but operates smoothly. Overall, owners consider the Orient Classic Watch a well-built, ideal suit watch that they would buy again.

Tissot Ballade

Owners widely praise the Tissot Ballade for its excellent value, immaculate quality for the price, and attractive design, with many highlighting the mesmerizing dial and hobnail or fluted bezel. Reviewers and owners alike commend its comfortable 39mm proportions and slim case, noting the COSC-certified Powermatic 80 movement as a significant strength. Some owners find the included strap and clasp to be areas for potential improvement, and one owner noted disappointment with a quartz movement in a specific model. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Tissot Ballade a strong value proposition, excelling in design and movement certification at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Tissot Ballade's unique, intricately cut ribbed bezel design adds depth and character to the case. The watch's stunning finishing is a notable strength, suggesting a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail. A drawback is the somewhat lacking lume brightness, which may be a concern for those who plan to wear it in low-light conditions.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Classic Watch40mm
Ballade39mm
Power Reserve
Classic Watch40h
Ballade80h
Water Resistance
Classic Watch100m
Ballade100m
MSRP
Classic Watch$245
Ballade$1,100

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
11.9mm
10.98mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
39mm
Caseback
Display

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Silver
Indices
Roman
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Orient F6722
Tissot Powermatic 80
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
80h
Jewels
22
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$245
$1,100
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