Tissot PR516vsTAG Heuer Carrera

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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 PR516 at true scale

PR516

TAG Heuer Carrera at true scale

Carrera

Diameter

40mm

42mm

Thickness

12.2mm

n/a

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

80h

MSRP

$575

lowest

$6,550

Movement

13.25'

TAG Heuer TH20-00

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12.16mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Finish
n/a
Steel Fine-Brushed/Polished

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
n/a
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
White
Grey
Indices
Indexes
n/a
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
13.25'
TAG Heuer TH20-00
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
80h
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$575
$6,550
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Reviews

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

Tissot PR516

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot PR516 for its athletic 70s charisma and thoughtful finishing, with many noting its robust case and vintage-inspired dial. Some owners find the dial bland, while others wish the bezel looked different. The bracelet clasp and stamped clasp are considered a letdown by several reviewers, not matching the case quality. The PR516 Powermatic 80 variant is criticized for its fixed bezel, seen as a deceptive imitation of a functional dive bezel. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot PR516 highly for its vintage style and modern features at an accessible price point.

TAG Heuer Carrera

Owners widely praise the TAG Heuer Carrera for its elegant and versatile design, with many highlighting its beautiful dials and high-quality finishing for daily wear. Reviewers note the solid construction and comfortable wearability, with the bracelet being a strong feature. Some owners find the winding action stiff and the lume only so-so, while others point to the lack of micro-adjust on the bracelet and the brand's typical depreciation. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the TAG Heuer Carrera highly for its aesthetic appeal and quality build at its price point.