Tissot Seastar 1000vsZelos Spearfish 3
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Measurements
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Seastar 1000
Spearfish 3
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Thickness
12.5mm
11.5mm
lowest
Water Resistance
300m
highest
200m
Power Reserve
80h
n/a
MSRP
$875
$799
lowest
Movement
Tissot Powermatic 80
La Joux-Perret G100
Case
3 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 Zelos Spearfish 3 for its exceptional finishing, with razor-sharp transitions and polish that exceed expectations for its price point. The 40mm case is noted for its wearability, and the bracelet is considered superb, featuring a tool-less micro-adjustment clasp that is among the best from microbrands. Some owners also highlight the beautiful and unique dials as a significant draw. One owner found the titanium case too light, though later regretted selling it. The Zelos Spearfish 3 uses the La Joux-Perret G100 automatic movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Spearfish 3 highly for its outstanding finishing and wearability at its price point.
The La Joux Perret G100 movement is a significant strength. The bracelet's refinement is a weakness. Reviewers disagreed on the dial material, with one noting a burnt orange sunburst and another mentioning meteorite.
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