Rolex Lady-DatejustvsTissot Le Locle 20th Anniversary

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Rolex Lady-Datejust at true scale

Lady-Datejust

Tissot Le Locle 20th Anniversary at true scale

Le Locle 20th Anniversary

Diameter

28mm

29mm

Thickness

n/a

8.9mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

30m

Power Reserve

55h

highest

48h

MSRP

$16,450

$975

lowest

Movement

2236

Automatic

Case

7 specs
Diameter
28mm
29mm
Thickness
n/a
8.95mm
Lug Width
n/a
14mm
Material
Gem-set
Stainless Steel
Finish
18 kt yellow gold
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown
n/a

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
n/a
Indices
Roman numerals
Roman and diamonds

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
2236
n/a
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
55h
48h
Jewels
31
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$16,450
$975
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Reviews

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

Rolex Lady-Datejust

Owners widely appreciate the Rolex Lady-Datejust for its timeless, classy look and perfect size for smaller wrists, with many finding it readily available from authorized dealers in a vast number of design combinations. Reviewers praise its aesthetic variety, robust elegance, and accessibility at retail, noting it is a configurable and versatile watch suitable for any situation. Some owners consider the 28mm size elegant and classic, especially as delicate watches return to style, while others find it outdated. One owner specifically praises the everose gold tone as the most beautiful shade of rose gold. Some find the Rolex Lady-Datejust overpriced, and one reviewer notes it is not the most mechanically complex watch. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Lady-Datejust highly for its aesthetic variety, robustness, and accessibility.

Tissot Le Locle 20th Anniversary

Owners widely praise the Tissot Le Locle 20th Anniversary for its classic Swiss design, featuring a textured guilloché dial, crisp Roman numerals, and elegant "Le Locle" script. Reviewers and owners highlight the Powermatic 80 movement with its 80-hour power reserve and Nivachron antimagnetic hairspring, as well as the watch's elegant case finishing and traditional dial. The watch is noted for its refined, timeless personality, fitting the owner's style and being suitable for daily use. Some owners chose it over other models for its classic design and timeless elegance. The 30m water resistance is a noted specification. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Le Locle 20th Anniversary highly for its classic design and the value offered by its Powermatic 80 movement.

From video reviewers

The Powermatic 80 movement with an 80-hour power reserve is a key strength. The 3 bar water resistance is a significant limitation for everyday wear.

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