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Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot Black AutomaticvsTissot Ballade

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P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic
Cincinnati Watch CompanyP-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic
MSRP $895
Ballade
TissotBallade
MSRP $1,100

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic38mm
Ballade39mm
Power Reserve
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic65h
Ballade80h
Water Resistance
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic100m
Ballade100m
MSRP
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic$895
Ballade$1,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Dress
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
10.8mm
10.98mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
39mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Screw Down w/ Sapphire Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Silver
Indices
Roman
Lume
X1 C3
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-2
Powermatic 80
Power Reserve
65h
80h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$895
$1,100

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What people say

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Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic

Owners widely praise the Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic for its sharp finishing, textured pearlescent dial, and excellent lume. The simple, understated design and comfortable 38mm size are also frequently highlighted. Some owners note the bracelet lacks quick micro-adjustments and the quick-release spring bars can dig into the wrist. One owner found the lume blocks potentially thinner and the font on larger numbers less desirable than a standard typeface, though the seconds hand was considered a success. Overall, owners highly recommend the Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic for its great craftsmanship and 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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