Tissot GentlemanvsTAG Heuer Carrera Day Date

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Tissot Gentleman at true scale

Gentleman

TAG Heuer Carrera Day Date at true scale

Carrera Day Date

Diameter

40mm

41mm

Thickness

11.5mm

lowest

12.6mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

80h

80h

MSRP

$950

lowest

$4,250

Movement

Tissot Powermatic 80

TAG Heuer TH31-02

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
11.5mm
12.6mm
Lug Width
21mm
21.5mm
Finish
n/a
LEATHER

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
n/a
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Indices
Indexes
n/a
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Tissot Powermatic 80
TAG Heuer TH31-02
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Day-Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$950
$4,250
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Tissot Gentleman

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot Gentleman for its exceptional value, versatile design, and impressive finishing that appears a tier above its price point. The Powermatic 80 movement is consistently highlighted for its 80-hour power reserve and reliability, with some models featuring a silicon balance spring. Owners appreciate its comfortable wearability, with specific mentions of the 40mm size being ideal for most wrists and the 38mm variant being a "Goldilocks" size. The dial's sunburst and pyramidal finishes are noted for how they interact with light, and its build quality is often compared favorably to more expensive alternatives. Some owners desire a smaller 36-38mm size, and one reviewer found the "Powermatic 80 Silicium" text on the dial perplexing. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Gentleman highly for its refined aesthetics and robust movement at an attractive price.

From video reviewers

The Powermatic 80 movement with its 80-hour power reserve is a shared strength. Reviewers also agree on its value at the price point. No shared weaknesses were identified.

TAG Heuer Carrera Day Date

Owners widely praise the TAG Heuer Carrera Day Date for its superb finishing, classy and sporty design, and comfortable wearability, with many appreciating its versatility on different straps. The sunray and blue dials are frequently highlighted as stunning, and the updated classic design is considered a strong point. Some owners note a quirk with the day wheel cycling through languages before returning to English. The bracelet quality receives mixed feedback, with some finding it disappointing for the price due to a lack of micro-adjustments and smooth edges, while others consider it a comfortable and well-integrated part of the watch. One owner noted the rose-gold hands and indices were less appealing than silver. The TAG Heuer TH31-02 automatic movement is used. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the TAG Heuer Carrera Day Date highly for its beautiful design and comfortable wearability, with the dial finishing being a standout feature.

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