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Tissot Chemin Des TourellesvsVario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound

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Chemin Des Tourelles
TissotChemin Des Tourelles
MSRP $950
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound
VarioEmpire Art Nouveau Handwound
MSRP $888

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chemin Des Tourelles42mm
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound38mm
Power Reserve
Chemin Des Tourelles80h
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound40h
Water Resistance
Chemin Des Tourelles50m
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound50m
MSRP
Chemin Des Tourelles$950
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound$888

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
11.27mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
38mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Silver
Black
Indices
Roman and indexes
Applied

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Powermatic 80
Miyota 6T33
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$950
$888

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What people say

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Tissot Chemin Des Tourelles

Tissot Chemin Des Tourelles owners and reviewers widely praise its 39mm case size for universal appeal and wearability, along with the reliable Powermatic 80 movement offering an 80-hour power reserve. The finishing on the brushed steel, sharp lugs, and polished bezel is noted as impressive, and the domed crystal adds to its aesthetic. Some find the dial details particularly appealing in sunlight, contributing to its classy and versatile styling suitable for any occasion. However, one reviewer observes the dial texture can disappear in certain lighting, and a white date window at 6 o'clock is considered divisive. Another notes a lack of individuality compared to some alternatives. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Chemin Des Tourelles highly for its elegant dial design and accessible price point.

Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound

Owners widely praise the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound for its detailed, multi-layered dial featuring applied numerals and guilloche patterns, its elegant Art Deco-inspired design, and the enjoyable winding feel of the Miyota 6T33 handwound movement, often visible through an exhibition case back. The 38mm case size is considered a positive by many, and the included leather strap is noted for its comfort and quality. Some owners find the differing fonts on the sub-dials and perimeter less appealing, and the absence of a constant seconds sub-dial is flagged as a drawback. On balance, owners rate the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound highly for its distinctive Art Deco styling and detailed dial at its price point.

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