Which is cheaper, the Spinnaker Fleuss or the Tissot Tradition?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Fleuss is the cheaper of the two at $179, against $450 for the Tissot Tradition — a $271 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Spinnaker Fleuss or the Tissot Tradition?

The Spinnaker Fleuss wears larger at 43mm versus 42mm for the Tissot Tradition — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Spinnaker Fleuss or the Tissot Tradition?

The Spinnaker Fleuss is rated to 150m versus 30m for the Tissot Tradition.

What movement does the Spinnaker Fleuss run compared to the Tissot Tradition?

The Spinnaker Fleuss runs a automatic caliber (SII NH35A), while the Tissot Tradition runs a quartz.

Side by side

Spinnaker FleussvsTissot Tradition

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

Spinnaker Fleuss

spinnaker-fleuss

MSRP $179

Tissot Tradition

t0636103603800

MSRP $450

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Fleuss43mm

Tradition42mm

Power Reserve

Fleuss40h

Tradition40h

Water Resistance

Fleuss150m

Tradition30m

MSRP

Fleuss$179

Tradition$450

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

Domed

Dial Color

Lumber Black

Silver

Indices

Applied

Roman and indexes

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

SII NH35A

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Type

Automatic

Quartz

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$179

$450

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Spinnaker Fleuss

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss for its retro design, textured dial, and good value, with many noting it looks better in person than in photos. The watch is appreciated for its robust construction and finishing, especially when found at a discount. Some owners report good timekeeping and a decent power reserve. However, the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT is criticized by some for its large case size, which can affect proportions and numeral legibility. One owner experienced a broken crown after a fall, while another noted concerns about the acrylic bezel's durability. The lume is described as adequate but not exceptional. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss highly for its retro aesthetic and value proposition, particularly when purchased on sale.

Owners widely praise the Tissot Tradition for its comfortable wearability, specifically citing its 7.5mm slim case. One owner found the Tissot Tradition served him well after his first watch broke. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Tradition highly for its slim and comfortable case design.

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