Tissot Seastar 1000vsTypsim Typsim x Seconde Seconde 200M Collaboration
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Measurements
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Seastar 1000
Typsim x Seconde Seconde 200M Collaboration
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47.5mm
Thickness
12.5mm
lowest
12.7mm
Water Resistance
300m
highest
200m
Power Reserve
80h
n/a
MSRP
$875
lowest
$1,500
Movement
Tissot Powermatic 80
Sellita SW300-1
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
5 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.
The Typsim x Seconde Seconde 200M Collaboration is praised for its well-executed neo-vintage design, featuring a unique aging lume compound and a silver-gilt dial that offers subtle elegance. The collaboration's humor was an initial draw, and the watch proved surprisingly wearable. However, the riveted bracelet's sizing mechanism is frustrating, with tiny posts and screw heads that compromise durability and ease of adjustment. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Typsim x Seconde Seconde 200M Collaboration for its distinctive design and wearability, despite issues with the bracelet.
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