Seiko Selection SARV001vsTissot Gentleman

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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.

Seiko Selection SARV001 at true scale

Selection SARV001

Tissot Gentleman at true scale

Gentleman

Diameter

42mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

51.5mm

n/a

Thickness

11.6mm

11.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

41h

80h

highest

MSRP

$181

lowest

$950

Movement

Seiko 4R36

Tissot Powermatic 80

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
11.6mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
51.5mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
21mm

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Hardlex
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
n/a
Domed
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
White
Blue
Indices
n/a
Indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko 4R36
Tissot Powermatic 80
Power Reserve
41h
80h
Jewels
24
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$181
$950
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Reviews

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

Seiko Selection SARV001

Owners widely praise the Seiko Selection SARV001 for its exceptional value, with many considering it a bargain and a strong alternative to more expensive watches. Its comfortable fit and versatile style make it suitable for everyday and business-casual wear. The 4R36 movement is noted as an improvement over lower-tier Seiko movements, and one owner reports an accuracy of +4 seconds per day. Some owners find the OEM bracelet disappointing, but the watch is considered a "strap monster" with good potential for customization. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Selection SARV001 highly for its killer style and value for money.

Tissot Gentleman

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot Gentleman for its exceptional value, versatile design, and impressive finishing that appears a tier above its price point. The Powermatic 80 movement is consistently highlighted for its 80-hour power reserve and reliability, with some models featuring a silicon balance spring. Owners appreciate its comfortable wearability, with specific mentions of the 40mm size being ideal for most wrists and the 38mm variant being a "Goldilocks" size. The dial's sunburst and pyramidal finishes are noted for how they interact with light, and its build quality is often compared favorably to more expensive alternatives. Some owners desire a smaller 36-38mm size, and one reviewer found the "Powermatic 80 Silicium" text on the dial perplexing. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Gentleman highly for its refined aesthetics and robust movement at an attractive price.

From video reviewers

The Powermatic 80 movement with its 80-hour power reserve is a shared strength. Reviewers also agree on its value at the price point. No shared weaknesses were identified.

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