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Tissot Gentleman Open HeartvsTissot Ballade

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Gentleman Open Heart
TissotGentleman Open Heart
MSRP $1,025
Ballade
TissotBallade
MSRP $1,100

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Gentleman Open Heart40mm
Ballade39mm
Power Reserve
Gentleman Open Heart80h
Ballade80h
Water Resistance
Gentleman Open Heart100m
Ballade100m
MSRP
Gentleman Open Heart$1,025
Ballade$1,100

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
11.5mm
10.98mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
39mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
Indices
Indexes
Roman

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
11 1/2'''
Powermatic 80

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,025
$1,100

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What people say

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Tissot Gentleman Open Heart

Owners widely praise the Tissot Gentleman Open Heart for its versatile dressy-sporty aesthetic and elegant sunburst dial finish, with one owner preferring its less shiny blue dial compared to other versions. The watch offers excellent fit and bracelet adjustability, and its modified Powermatic 80 movement achieves COSC-level accuracy of -3 to +5 seconds/day, though the seconds hand movement is slightly less smooth at 6 movements per second. However, one owner reported the watch arrived non-functional, requiring a return due to an inoperable movement. On balance, owners rate the Tissot Gentleman Open Heart highly for its aesthetic appeal and accurate timekeeping, despite a reported instance of a faulty movement.

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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