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Orient Symphony IVvsTissot 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 Symphony IV

Owners widely praise the Orient Symphony IV for its exceptional value, in-house movement, and sapphire crystal. The watch is noted for its refined look and feel, with owners finding it wears smaller than its case size suggests and offers excellent band customization options. One owner reports accuracy of approximately -20 seconds per day, while another notes the bracelet is not ideal. Some owners expressed a desire for smaller case size options and preferred darker dials over the all-silver variant. Overall, owners rate the Orient Symphony IV highly for its value and refined appearance at its price point.

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

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Symphony IV41.6mm
Ballade39mm
Power Reserve
Symphony IV40h
Ballade80h
Water Resistance
Symphony IV50m
Ballade100m
MSRP
Symphony IV$325
Ballade$1,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41.6mm
39mm
Thickness
11.7mm
10.98mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.3mm
39mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Display

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Champagne
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
$325
$1,100
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