Seiko 6218-8971vsTissot Le Locle

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Seiko 6218-8971

Ref. 6218-8971

MSRP $795

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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.

6218-8971

Le Locle

Diameter

Across the case, crown excluded.

37mm

39.3mm

Lug-to-Lug

The number that decides fit.

44.5mm

n/a

Thickness

How it sits under a cuff.

12mm

9.8mm

lowest

Water Resistance

Rated in meters.

n/a

30m

Power Reserve

How long it runs off the wrist.

n/a

80h

MSRP

Sticker price, new.

n/a

$795

Movement

What drives the hands.

Seiko 6218

Tissot Powermatic 80

Spec

6218-8971

Le Locle

Case

5 specs

Diameter

37mm

39.3mm

Thickness

12mm

9.75mm

Lug-to-Lug

44.5mm

n/a

Water Resistance

n/a

30m

Caseback

Solid

n/a

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal

Hardlex

Sapphire

Indices

Applied

Roman

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

Seiko 6218

Tissot Powermatic 80

Beat Rate

18,000 vph

0 vph

Power Reserve

80h

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

n/a

$795

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Reviews

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Seiko 6218-8971

The Seiko 6218-8971 is praised for its full date window, hidden crown, and beautiful case design, with owners noting its narrow bezel that highlights the dial, a graduated chapter ring, beautiful fonts, split day/date windows, and dauphine hands. The day display at 6 o'clock is considered unique for Seiko. One owner reported that the day/date function stopped working after a service, and Seiko technicians were unable to resolve the issue. Overall, owners rate the Seiko 6218-8971 highly for its unique dial layout and attractive case design.

Owners widely praise the Tissot Le Locle for its classic elegance, guilloché dial, and 39.3mm case size, which reviewers note fits well under cuffs due to its sub-10mm thickness. The watch is considered a classy and versatile dress watch, with one owner settling on a gold variant with a white dial and crocodile strap. Some owners, however, flag the 30m water resistance as a drawback, and the bracelet style is not a universal favorite. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Le Locle highly for its premium appearance and elegant design at its price point.