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Tudor 1926 39mm AutomaticvsTissot Ballade

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1926 39mm Automatic
Tudor1926 39mm Automatic
MSRP $2,575
Ballade
TissotBallade
MSRP $1,100

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1926 39mm Automatic39mm
Ballade39mm
Power Reserve
1926 39mm Automatic38h
Ballade80h
Water Resistance
1926 39mm Automatic100m
Ballade100m
MSRP
1926 39mm Automatic$2,575
Ballade$1,100

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Thickness
9.1mm
10.98mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
39mm
Lug Width
15mm
20mm
Finish
Polished
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Indices
Applied
Roman
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
T601
Powermatic 80
Power Reserve
38h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,575
$1,100

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What people say

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Tudor 1926 39mm Automatic

Owners widely praise the Tudor 1926 39mm Automatic for its gorgeous appearance in person and excellent value, feeling they receive more than they pay for. It is considered a versatile everyday watch, suitable as a dress watch with 330 ft water resistance. Some owners note the 39mm Tudor 1926 wears larger than its stated size due to its small bezel and big dial, though it feels perfect on wrists just under 7 inches. One reviewer notes the Tudor 1926 Luna variant features a moonphase complication and uses a Sellita SW280-1 movement with a 38-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tudor 1926 39mm Automatic highly for its aesthetic appeal and perceived value.

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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