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Tissot Heritage 1938vsVaer Design Navy Solar

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Heritage 1938
TissotHeritage 1938
MSRP $925
Design Navy Solar
VaerDesign Navy Solar
MSRP $299

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Heritage 193839mm
Design Navy Solar36mm
Power Reserve
Heritage 193838h
Design Navy Solar40h
Water Resistance
Heritage 193850m
Design Navy Solar100m
MSRP
Heritage 1938$925
Design Navy Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
39mm
36mm
Thickness
11.1mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
39mm
43mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Anthracite
Navy
Indices
Arabic
Applied

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
11 1/2'''
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
38h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$925
$299

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What people say

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Tissot Heritage 1938

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot Heritage 1938 for its stunning vintage-inspired design and excellent value, particularly as a COSC-certified automatic under $1000. The dial's ability to catch light and subtly change colors, along with rosy gold numerals, is a frequent highlight. The watch uses a chronometer-certified ETA 2824-2 movement, though its 38-hour power reserve is noted as less than some contemporary offerings. Some owners find the 39mm case size appears larger on the wrist, with a desire for smaller options. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Heritage 1938 highly for its charming retro aesthetics and impressive chronometer movement at an accessible price point.

From video reviewers

The most attainable Swiss chronometer is a key strength. Reviewers did not agree on any weaknesses.

Vaer Design Navy Solar

The Vaer Design Navy Solar is praised for its very good fit and finish, pleasant aesthetics, and the practical addition of a screw-down case back and crown. Owners report the lume is bright and the watch is comfortable, even when worn overnight. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Design Navy Solar highly for its comfortable wearability and bright lume.

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