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Tissot Le LoclevsTissot Classic Dream

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What people say

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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.

Tissot Classic Dream

The Tissot Classic Dream is widely praised for its exceptional value, with owners and reviewers citing its Swiss movement, sapphire crystal, and traditional design as key strengths. Its thin 8.1mm profile and 42mm case are noted for excellent wearability, and the white dial with Roman numerals is described as dazzling. Some owners express a desire for an automatic movement and higher water resistance, while others prefer a smaller 38mm case size. The silver dial's indexes are flagged as less visible due to the absence of luminescent treatment. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Tissot Classic Dream a standout value proposition for its dressy aesthetic and Swiss-made components.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Le Locle29mm
Classic Dream42mm
Power Reserve
Le Locle48h
Classic Dream
Water Resistance
Le Locle30m
Classic Dream50m
MSRP
Le Locle$795
Classic Dream$350

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
29mm
42mm
Thickness
8.95mm
8.05mm
Lug-to-Lug
29mm
42mm
Lug Width
14mm
22mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Silver
White
Indices
Roman and indexes
Roman

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
11.5'
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
48h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$795
$350
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