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Tissot BalladevsVaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

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Ballade
TissotBallade
MSRP $1,100
RS1 Rally Chronograph
VaerRS1 Rally Chronograph
MSRP $279

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ballade39mm
RS1 Rally Chronograph40mm
Power Reserve
Ballade80h
RS1 Rally Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Ballade100m
RS1 Rally Chronograph100m
MSRP
Ballade$1,100
RS1 Rally Chronograph$279

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
10.98mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
39mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Silver
Cream
Indices
Roman
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Powermatic 80
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,100
$279

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What people say

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Tissot Ballade

Owners widely praise the Tissot Ballade for its excellent value, immaculate quality for the price, and attractive design, with many highlighting the mesmerizing dial and hobnail or fluted bezel. Reviewers and owners alike commend its comfortable 39mm proportions and slim case, noting the COSC-certified Powermatic 80 movement as a significant strength. Some owners find the included strap and clasp to be areas for potential improvement, and one owner noted disappointment with a quartz movement in a specific model. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Tissot Ballade a strong value proposition, excelling in design and movement certification at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Tissot Ballade's unique, intricately cut ribbed bezel design adds depth and character to the case. The watch's stunning finishing is a notable strength, suggesting a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail. A drawback is the somewhat lacking lume brightness, which may be a concern for those who plan to wear it in low-light conditions.

Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph for its legibility, with the red seconds hand noted as a standout feature. The watch is described as comfortable and good-looking, and many appreciate the inclusion of three quick-release straps. However, some owners report issues with the quality of the included steel bracelet, stating it does not seat flush on the case and that stock straps fit poorly. One owner also noted that the brand has faced criticism regarding perceived quality within its price range. Overall, owners rate the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph highly for its legibility and strap versatility, despite concerns about bracelet quality.

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