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Tissot RockwatchvsWilliam Wood Beacon

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Rockwatch
TissotRockwatch
MSRP $1,225
Beacon
William WoodBeacon
MSRP $495

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Rockwatch38mm
Beacon41mm
Power Reserve
Rockwatch40h
Beacon40h
Water Resistance
Rockwatch100m
Beacon50m
MSRP
Rockwatch$1,225
Beacon$495

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
38mm
41mm
Thickness
8.6mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
41mm
Lug Width
9mm
20mm
Material
Stone
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
No dial
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 762

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,225
$495

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What people say

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Tissot Rockwatch

The Tissot Rockwatch is widely praised for its innovative use of solid Swiss granite for the case and dial, with each piece featuring a unique pattern derived from materials like the Jungfrau mountain. Reviewers highlight its quirky charm, tactile experience, and historical significance as a business success for Tissot during a difficult period. The 38mm case size and short lug-to-lug measurement contribute to its wearability. However, the included black leather strap is considered decent at best and could be improved. Overall, reviewers celebrate the Tissot Rockwatch for its unique material, historical importance, and distinctive aesthetic.

William Wood Beacon

The William Wood Beacon is praised for its bold flavors, particularly its prominent oak and rye influence, with tasting notes of candied orange peel, dried apricots, and baking spices, and a long, full finish. Some find its oak-forward profile overwhelming and its MSRP of $300 unreasonable. Overall, owners rate the William Wood Beacon highly for its bold flavors and character, with one owner awarding it a score of 9.4/10.

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