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Tissot GentlemanvsVaer DS4 Meridian Solar

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Gentleman
TissotGentleman
MSRP $495
DS4 Meridian Solar
VaerDS4 Meridian Solar
MSRP $279

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Gentleman40mm
DS4 Meridian Solar42mm
Power Reserve
Gentleman40h
DS4 Meridian Solar40h
Water Resistance
Gentleman100m
DS4 Meridian Solar200m
MSRP
Gentleman$495
DS4 Meridian Solar$279

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
8.52mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
46mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Indices
Indexes
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$495
$279

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What people say

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Tissot Gentleman

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot Gentleman for its exceptional value, versatile design, and impressive finishing for its price point, often highlighting its thin case profile and the reliable Powermatic 80 movement with an 80-hour power reserve and silicon balance spring. The 38mm and 40mm case sizes are frequently cited as comfortable and wearable, with some owners appreciating the subtle "pyramidal" sunburst dial for added visual interest. Specific models are noted for features like an 18k gold bezel or full titanium construction, enhancing perceived quality. Accuracy is generally reported as COSC-level, though one owner notes the seconds hand sweep is less smooth. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Gentleman highly for its blend of classic design, modern movement technology, and accessible price.

Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar for its exceptional value, solar-powered functionality, and attractive sunburst dials, with one owner reporting perfect timekeeping at 0 seconds per day. Reviewers and owners alike note the sapphire crystal with AR coating and 200m water resistance as key strengths. However, the premium steel bracelet is criticized by some for a jangly feel and sharp edges, and the crown's sharp edges can dig into the wrist. The second hand's alignment between markers is reported as slightly off by multiple owners, a trait Vaer attributes to the watch's price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar highly for its excellent value and robust specifications, particularly its solar movement and durable crystal.

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