Tissot PR516vsWolbrook Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz

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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

Wolbrook Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz at true scale

Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Thickness

12.2mm

lowest

13mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$575

$432

lowest

Movement

13.25'

Quartz

Case

1 specs
Thickness
12.16mm
13mm

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
13.25'
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$575
$432
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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.

Wolbrook Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz for its handsome vintage aesthetic, Worldtimer bezel, and value for money, offering more personality than other retro divers. Reviewers and owners consistently flag excellent case finishing, a great sapphire crystal, and drilled lugs. Some owners appreciate the great lume and straightforward functionality, though others found the 40mm size wore larger than expected. One owner notes that microbrand watches like this often have better dial and bezel alignment and a superior bracelet compared to Seiko. A few owners report issues with bezel wobble, hand color matching, and a dial that appears large relative to a thin bezel. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz highly for its authentic vintage vibe and solid build at the price point.

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