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Seiko Essentials QuartzvsTissot PRC 100 Solar

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Essentials Quartz
SeikoEssentials Quartz
MSRP $335
PRC 100 Solar
TissotPRC 100 Solar
MSRP $575

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Essentials Quartz38.9mm
PRC 100 Solar39mm
Power Reserve
Essentials Quartz40h
PRC 100 Solar40h
Water Resistance
Essentials Quartz100m
PRC 100 Solar100m
MSRP
Essentials Quartz$335
PRC 100 Solar$575

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Dress
Sport
Diameter
38.9mm
39mm
Thickness
8.5mm
9.22mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.5mm
39mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Black
Silver
Indices
Applied
Indexes
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
6N52

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$335
$575

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What people say

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Seiko Essentials Quartz

Seiko Essentials Quartz is widely praised for its exceptional value and comfortable, lightweight wearability, particularly the titanium models on mesh which weigh only 50g. Owners highlight the thin 8.4mm case, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance as key strengths. One owner noted the dark greenish dial was less impressive than a black alternative. The titanium bracelet's wider gaps due to its smaller center link drew criticism from one user. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Quartz highly for its comfortable, lightweight titanium build and impressive specifications at its price point.

Tissot PRC 100 Solar

Owners and reviewers highlight the Tissot PRC 100 Solar's value and modern, urban aesthetic, with its slim 9.2mm case and good finishing for the price. The solar movement is a key feature, offering a 14-month power reserve and rapid charging capabilities. Some owners find the dial colors a bit uninspired, and the date window placement is disliked, while the second hand's ticking is noted as a drawback compared to automatic movements. The watch's 39mm case is considered versatile, though some prefer a smaller 35-37mm size. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Tissot PRC 100 Solar a versatile daily wear, particularly for its solar technology and Swiss-made appeal at its price point.

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