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Tissot Classic Dream SwissmaticvsVario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

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Classic Dream Swissmatic
TissotClassic Dream Swissmatic
MSRP $550
VERSA Reversible Dual Time
VarioVERSA Reversible Dual Time
MSRP $428

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Classic Dream Swissmatic42mm
VERSA Reversible Dual Time39mm
Power Reserve
Classic Dream Swissmatic72h
VERSA Reversible Dual Time40h
Water Resistance
Classic Dream Swissmatic50m
VERSA Reversible Dual Time50m
MSRP
Classic Dream Swissmatic$550
VERSA Reversible Dual Time$428

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
11.53mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Silver
Green
Indices
Indexes
Applied

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Swissmatic
Ronda Slimtech 1062 (×2)
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
72h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$550
$428

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What people say

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Tissot Classic Dream Swissmatic

Owners widely praise the Tissot Classic Dream Swissmatic for its classy white dial with Roman numerals, superb wearability due to balanced dimensions, and elegant, finely finished stainless steel components. The watch is also noted for its sapphire crystal, Swiss-made automatic movement, and sleek design, with one owner calling it a "steal" at $150. However, the Swissmatic movement's accuracy can vary, with one user noting a potential -10/+30 seconds per day, and another seeing figures from +1/+2 to about -6 seconds per day. Some owners feel the 43mm case wears large and can appear oversized on smaller wrists, and the 50-meter water resistance is seen as a limitation by some. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Classic Dream Swissmatic highly for its value as a Swiss-made automatic with a sapphire crystal and elegant design at its price point.

Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time

Owners widely praise the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time for its satisfying reversible mechanism, excellent polishing, crisp dial printing, and exceptional value for a dual-face watch. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its novel reversible design, attractive Art Deco-inspired aesthetic, and the value it offers at its price point. Some owners also commend Vario's customer service. The 12mm thickness is a point of discussion, with some finding it surprisingly wearable due to its stepped case and curved bevels, while others note it as a concern due to the dual-watch construction. One reviewer points out the need to remove the watch to switch faces and the potential for smudging on the hidden side. The lack of lume on one dial is seen as a missed opportunity by one owner. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vario VERSA Reversible Dual Time highly for its clever, well-executed reversible case design and appealing price point.

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