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Tissot Classic DreamvsVario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

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Classic Dream
TissotClassic Dream
MSRP $550
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
Vario1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
MSRP $428

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Classic Dream40mm
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench37mm
Power Reserve
Classic Dream80h
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench40h
Water Resistance
Classic Dream50m
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench100m
MSRP
Classic Dream$550
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench$428

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
10.23mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Indices
Indexes
Applied

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Powermatic 80
Miyota 82s5
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$550
$428

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What people say

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Tissot Classic Dream

Owners widely praise the Tissot Classic Dream for its exceptional value, citing its traditional dress watch aesthetic, sapphire crystal, and Swiss movement. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its superb wearability, with one source noting its 8.1mm thickness and another its 40mm case size. The dazzling white dial with Roman numerals and the dark blue sunray dial are frequently mentioned as attractive features. However, some owners desire an automatic movement and higher water resistance than the standard 50 meters. The silver dial version's indexes are noted to lack lume and visibility. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Classic Dream highly for its classic design and value proposition.

Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is widely seen as a commemorative keepsake, particularly for those celebrating Singapore's 60th anniversary or born in 1965. Reviewers note its vibrant red enamel dial and 37mm steel case with fixed wire lugs, along with 100m water resistance. One owner reported the watch is "patina-ing well" after three years, and the Miyota 82S5 movement is considered a reliable, cost-effective base. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench as a unique souvenir and tribute piece, with its distinctive enamel dial being a key draw.

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