Which is cheaper, the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss or the Tissot Ballade?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss is the cheaper of the two at $850, against $1,100 for the Tissot Ballade — a $250 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss or the Tissot Ballade?

The Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss wears larger at 43mm versus 39mm for the Tissot Ballade — a 4mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss or the Tissot Ballade?

The Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss is rated to 300m versus 100m for the Tissot Ballade.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss or the Tissot Ballade?

The Tissot Ballade carries a 80-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss.

What movement does the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss run compared to the Tissot Ballade?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss uses the Sellita SW200-1 and the Tissot Ballade uses the Powermatic 80.

Side by side

Spinnaker Tesei Bronze SwissvsTissot Ballade

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

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MSRP $850

Tissot Ballade

t1564081103300

MSRP $1,100

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Tesei Bronze Swiss43mm

Ballade39mm

Power Reserve

Tesei Bronze Swiss40h

Ballade80h

Water Resistance

Tesei Bronze Swiss300m

Ballade100m

MSRP

Tesei Bronze Swiss$850

Ballade$1,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Green

Silver

Indices

Applied

Roman

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW200-1

Powermatic 80

Power Reserve

40h

80h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$850

$1,100

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

Owners praise the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss for its incredible macro-level detail and sharp design, noting its bronze case, ceramic bezel, and wave dial. The inclusion of a Sellita SW200 Swiss movement is highlighted. One owner expressed a desire for a smaller 39-40mm variant, stating it would be their ultimate bronze diver if such a size were offered. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss highly for its detailed finishing and bronze diver aesthetic.

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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.

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