Tissot Heritage 1938vsTimex Q Timex 1975 Enigma

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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 Heritage 1938 at true scale

Heritage 1938

Timex Q Timex 1975 Enigma at true scale

Q Timex 1975 Enigma

Diameter

39mm

37mm

Thickness

11.1mm

lowest

12mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$925

$219

lowest

Movement

11.5'

Quartz

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39mm
37mm
Thickness
11.1mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Acrylic
Crystal Shape
Domed
n/a
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
Anthracite
Black
Indices
Arabic
n/a

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
11.5'
n/a
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
38h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$219
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Reviews

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

Tissot Heritage 1938

Owners widely praise the Tissot Heritage 1938 for its stunning vintage design, attractive dial colors, and excellent value as a COSC-certified automatic watch. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the dial's ability to catch light and its retro details, such as rosy gold numerals and a railroad minute track. The watch is considered versatile for daily wear and formal occasions, with a chronometer-certified ETA 2824-2 movement noted for its quality at the price point. Some owners find the 39mm case size appears larger on the wrist, with a desire for a smaller option. The 38-hour power reserve is less than some contemporary offerings. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Heritage 1938 highly for its charming vintage aesthetics and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The most attainable Swiss chronometer is a key strength. Reviewers did not agree on any weaknesses.

Timex Q Timex 1975 Enigma

Owners praise the Timex Q Timex 1975 Enigma for its unique design, with hands appearing to float against the dial due to being painted on the underside of the crystal, and its chameleon-like ability to appear both subdued and vibrantly colorful. The 37mm case is described as comfortable, and the watch is considered classy and suitable for casual wear at its price point. However, some reviewers note a cheap-feeling bracelet and soft case edges, with one owner finding the bracelet visually appealing but cheap. The "mystery dial" effect, achieved by a blue dot on the crystal, is angle-dependent. The watch features a quartz movement and 50m water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Timex Q Timex 1975 Enigma highly for its distinctive design and value.