Tissot PRC 200vsYema Flygraf Bi-Compax French Air Force
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Measurements
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PRC 200
Flygraf Bi-Compax French Air Force
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Thickness
12.0mm
9.5mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
highest
100m
MSRP
$595
$490
lowest
Movement
13.25'
Quartz
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Tissot PRC 200 is praised for its elegant design and legible dials, with one owner noting the blue dial's depth is more impressive in person. Reviewers highlight its satisfyingly weighted pushers and comfortable wearability, especially with the rubber strap option, while some owners find it slightly heavy for a quartz watch. A common criticism is an inaccurate day function requiring weekly resets, though timekeeping is reported as very accurate. The watch features bright green lume on its hands and offers a genuine 200m water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot PRC 200 well for its accessible design and legibility at its price point.
The dial's excellent legibility is a key strength. Reviewers disagree on the sub-dial design, with one finding it improves primary time readability and the other stating it hinders elapsed chronograph time reading.
The Yema Flygraf Bi-Compax French Air Force is praised for its attractive, toolish aesthetic and excellent quality for its price, featuring a legible Type A dial and a date complication. However, the mecha-quartz movement's chrono timer sweeps rather than ticks, and the acrylic crystal scratches easily. The 40mm titanium case is lightweight and satin-matte, but titanium scratches more easily than steel, and the oversized crown's purpose is questioned. Accuracy is noted at +/- 10 seconds per day, with a 42-hour power reserve. Overall, owners rate the Yema Flygraf Bi-Compax French Air Force positively for its value and tool-like design, despite concerns about material durability and past customer service issues.
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