Which is cheaper, the Fears Arnos (Blue) or the Tissot Ballade?

At MSRP the Tissot Ballade is the cheaper of the two at $1,100, against $4,604 for the Fears Arnos (Blue) — a $3,504 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Fears Arnos (Blue) or the Tissot Ballade?

The Tissot Ballade wears larger at 39mm versus 30.8mm for the Fears Arnos (Blue) — a 8.2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Fears Arnos (Blue) or the Tissot Ballade?

The Tissot Ballade is rated to 100m versus 30m for the Fears Arnos (Blue).

Which has a longer power reserve, the Fears Arnos (Blue) or the Tissot Ballade?

The Tissot Ballade carries a 80-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Fears Arnos (Blue).

What movement does the Fears Arnos (Blue) run compared to the Tissot Ballade?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Fears Arnos (Blue) uses the Sellita SW1000-1b and the Tissot Ballade uses the Powermatic 80.

Side by side

Fears Arnos (Blue)vsTissot Ballade

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Fears Arnos (Blue)

arnos-pewter-blue

MSRP $4,604

Tissot Ballade

t1564081103300

MSRP $1,100

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Arnos (Blue)30.8mm

Ballade39mm

Power Reserve

Arnos (Blue)40h

Ballade80h

Water Resistance

Arnos (Blue)30m

Ballade100m

MSRP

Arnos (Blue)$4,604

Ballade$1,100

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Diameter

30.8mm

39mm

Thickness

8.4mm

10.98mm

Lug-to-Lug

40mm

39mm

Material

316L Stainless Steel

Stainless Steel

Water Resistance

30m

100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Blue

Silver

Indices

Applied

Roman

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW1000-1b

Powermatic 80

Power Reserve

40h

80h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$4,604

$1,100

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Fears Arnos (Blue)

The Fears Arnos (Blue) is lauded for its striking blue galvanic dial with a hobnail surround and Roman numerals, housed in a vintage-inspired 33.5mm rectangular stainless steel case measuring 8.4mm in thickness. Reviewers note the convenience of its automatic Sellita SW1000-1b movement, which offers a 46-hour power reserve. On balance, reviewers praise the Fears Arnos (Blue) for its distinctive dial and slim, wearable case.

Fratello

Monochrome

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.

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