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Tissot Supersport Chrono Basketball EditionvsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

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Supersport Chrono Basketball Edition
TissotSupersport Chrono Basketball Edition
MSRP $550
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Supersport Chrono Basketball Edition45.5mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Supersport Chrono Basketball Edition40h
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
Supersport Chrono Basketball Edition100m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
Supersport Chrono Basketball Edition$550
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
45.5mm
39mm
Thickness
11.92mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Dial Color
Graded grey-black
Black
Indices
Indexes
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$550
$699

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What people say

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Tissot Supersport Chrono Basketball Edition

The Tissot Supersport Chrono Basketball Edition is widely regarded as a good-looking chronograph offering solid value for its price, benefiting from Tissot's reputable brand standing. Owners note its reliable quartz movement and overall construction. However, some find the Tissot Supersport Chrono Basketball Edition to be noticeably large and heavy, with dimensions around 44-45mm and a 50mm lug-to-lug, making it potentially awkward on smaller wrists. The chronograph function is limited to 30 minutes. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Supersport Chrono Basketball Edition highly for its attractive design and strong value proposition.

Vaer D5 Tropic Auto

Owners widely praise the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto for its excellent value, vintage aesthetic, and comfortable 39mm size that wears larger. Specific highlights include the bezel's satisfying click action and subtle shine, beautifully finished lugs that pair well with a jubilee bracelet, and a dynamic black and cream dial with a unique date feature. The incorporation of brushed steel, quick-release spring bars for easy strap changes, and good timekeeping are also frequently mentioned positives. The Vaer D5 Tropic Auto is considered good value with excellent water resistance, making it a great daily wear, and its fit and finish are often compared favorably to brands like Hamilton and Tissot. On balance, owners rate the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto highly for its blend of vintage styling, practical features, and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The dial design is a standout feature. The Miyota automatic movement is also noted.

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