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Rolex DatejustvsTissot Le Locle

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Datejust
RolexDatejust
MSRP $39,400
Le Locle
TissotLe Locle
MSRP $795
What people say

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Rolex Datejust

Owners widely praise the Rolex Datejust for its robust elegance, versatility, and timeless design, with many highlighting the comfort of the Jubilee bracelet and the dynamic appeal of various dial colors. Reviewers consider it a cornerstone of the brand, noting its historical significance and aesthetic variety which allows for a personalized feel suitable for any occasion. Some owners find polished surfaces gather scratches quickly, and servicing is eventually costly, while others consider certain configurations too flashy. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Datejust highly for its seamless versatility and robust build, making it a classic choice.

Tissot Le Locle

Owners widely praise the Tissot Le Locle for its classic elegance, guilloché dial, and comfortable 39.3mm case size, which offers a premium appearance for its price. The ETA 2824-2 movement is considered reliable, and the watch is frequently recommended as a first automatic, noted for its versatility and suitability for those preferring smaller, non-sporty designs. Some owners find the bracelet more appealing than a strap and suggest removing the date would improve the design. A drawback noted by some is the approximately 40-hour power reserve. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Le Locle highly for its classic aesthetic and value.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Datejust31mm
Le Locle29mm
Power Reserve
Datejust55h
Le Locle48h
Water Resistance
Datejust100m
Le Locle30m
MSRP
Datejust$39,400
Le Locle$795

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
31mm
29mm
Thickness
8.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
29mm
Lug Width
20mm
14mm
Material
18 kt yellow gold
Stainless Steel
Finish
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Light Green
Silver
Indices
Index
Roman and indexes
Lume
Chromalight
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
2236
Power Reserve
55h
48h
Jewels
31
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$39,400
$795
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