Which is cheaper, the Spinnaker Wreck Automatic or the Tissot Ballade?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Wreck Automatic is the cheaper of the two at $189, against $1,100 for the Tissot Ballade — a $911 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Spinnaker Wreck Automatic or the Tissot Ballade?

The Spinnaker Wreck Automatic wears larger at 44mm versus 39mm for the Tissot Ballade — a 5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Spinnaker Wreck Automatic or the Tissot Ballade?

The Spinnaker Wreck Automatic is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Tissot Ballade.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Spinnaker Wreck Automatic or the Tissot Ballade?

The Tissot Ballade carries a 80-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Spinnaker Wreck Automatic.

What movement does the Spinnaker Wreck Automatic run compared to the Tissot Ballade?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Spinnaker Wreck Automatic uses the SII NH35A and the Tissot Ballade uses the Powermatic 80.

Side by side

Spinnaker Wreck AutomaticvsTissot Ballade

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

Spinnaker Wreck Automatic

wreck-distressed-black-sp-5089-01

MSRP $189

Tissot Ballade

t1564081103300

MSRP $1,100

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Wreck Automatic44mm

Ballade39mm

Power Reserve

Wreck Automatic40h

Ballade80h

Water Resistance

Wreck Automatic200m

Ballade100m

MSRP

Wreck Automatic$189

Ballade$1,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Black

Silver

Indices

Applied

Roman

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

SII NH35A

Powermatic 80

Power Reserve

40h

80h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$189

$1,100

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Spinnaker Wreck Automatic

The Spinnaker Wreck Automatic is widely praised for its exceptional value, featuring a distressed finish on its aluminum bezel and etched dial. Owners consistently highlight the excellent bezel and crown action, with one owner noting it surpasses that of many higher-end watches. The 43mm steel case is water-resistant to 100 meters and houses a Seiko NH-35 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Wreck Automatic highly for its impressive build quality and tactile feel at its price point.

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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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