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Henry Archer TidslinjevsTissot Ballade

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Tidslinje
Henry ArcherTidslinje
MSRP $5,699
Ballade
TissotBallade
MSRP $1,100

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tidslinje40mm
Ballade39mm
Power Reserve
Tidslinje40h
Ballade80h
Water Resistance
Tidslinje200m
Ballade100m
MSRP
Tidslinje$5,699
Ballade$1,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
12.1mm
10.98mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
39mm
Material
Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Grey
Silver
Indices
Applied
Roman
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9122
Powermatic 80
Power Reserve
40h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,699
$1,100

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What people say

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Henry Archer Tidslinje

Owners widely praise the Henry Archer Tidslinje for its superb build quality, captivating dial designs, and comfortable wearability, with many highlighting its 40mm size and 12.1mm thickness as very wearable. The triple date function is appreciated for its utility and collection variety, and the beads of rice bracelet is frequently noted for its comfort and quality. Accuracy figures vary, with some owners reporting +/- 2-4 seconds per day and others around 10-15 seconds per day as advertised. Some owners find the day/month indicators and the numbering for days of the week to be tiny and hard to read, and the black bezel is considered disproportionately large and cosmetic by some. One owner noted disappointment that a micro-adjust clasp is no longer offered on the Lunaris model. Overall, owners rate the Henry Archer Tidslinje highly for its captivating design and excellent value for money.

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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