Tissot Seastar 1000vsTSAO Baltimore Bronze Torsk-Diver - Sunray Black
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Measurements
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Seastar 1000

Bronze Torsk-Diver - Sunray Black
Diameter
40mm
43mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Thickness
12.5mm
lowest
13.6mm
Water Resistance
300m
300m
Power Reserve
80h
highest
40h
MSRP
$875
$650
lowest
Movement
Tissot Powermatic 80
Miyota 9015
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Tissot Seastar 1000 for its value and solid build, with one reviewer calling it a comfortable, sporty, and affordable everyday watch with a great case and dial ratio. However, some owners find the Tissot Seastar 1000 too large and poorly proportioned, citing small indices on larger dials and a difficult-to-read bezel. Criticisms also include a non-reflective crystal causing glare, mediocre lume, and a subpar bracelet, with some feeling it is underwhelming for the price compared to other divers. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Seastar 1000 highly for its value and solid build at the price point.
The 80-hour power reserve from the Powermatic 80 movement is a significant strength. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.
Owners widely praise the TSAO Baltimore Bronze Torsk-Diver - Sunray Black for its superb fit and finish at its price point, with many finding the sunray dial and bronze case a striking combination. The watch is considered excellent value, with one owner noting it as a bargain under $400 and another at $900. The 43mm case wears well due to its thickness and case profile, and the 2 o'clock crown avoids wrist digging. Reviewers note the bezel tension is tight and the date aperture cutout edges appear inelegant. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting +12 seconds per day and another +3 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the TSAO Baltimore Bronze Torsk-Diver - Sunray Black highly for its unique design and build quality at its price.
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