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Tissot PR516vsCincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical Watch, Gold (PVD)

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PR516
TissotPR516
MSRP $825
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Tissot PR516

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot PR516 for its vintage-inspired dial, robust case finishing, and the horological substance offered at its price point, with some noting its 38mm size and historical connections as highlights. The manual-wind movement is frequently cited for its 68-hour power reserve and modern technology. However, the watch's 14mm thickness and substantial lug-to-lug distance are noted as potentially making it wear large on smaller wrists. Some owners find the dial bland and the fixed bezel disappointing, while others criticize the basic stamped clasp and simplistic movement finishing visible through the display caseback. On balance, owners and reviewers consider the Tissot PR516 a compelling heritage-inspired sports watch, particularly for its value and vintage motorsport aesthetic.

From video reviewers

The value proposition against competitors is a shared strength. Reviewers did not agree on the case size, with mentions of 40mm and 38mm.

Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical Watch, Gold (PVD)

The Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical Watch, Gold (PVD) is praised for its Art Deco design and hometown symbolism, echoing the historic Union Terminal clock with striking colors. Owners highlight its 36mm size and 10.2mm thickness as comfortable for dressier occasions, particularly on a leather strap. The Sellita SW300 movement is noted as offering excellent value under $1000, though some find the lack of a screw-down crown and date function limits its everyday versatility. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Union Terminal Mechanical Watch, Gold (PVD) highly for its iconic design and sentimental value at its price point.

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PR51638mm
Union Terminal Mechanical Watch, Gold (PVD)38mm
Power Reserve
PR51680h
Union Terminal Mechanical Watch, Gold (PVD)
Water Resistance
PR516100m
Union Terminal Mechanical Watch, Gold (PVD)30m
MSRP
PR516$825
Union Terminal Mechanical Watch, Gold (PVD)$650

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Thickness
11.18mm
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
37mm
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
0mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
White
Gold
Indices
Indexes
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Powermatic 80
Sellita SW210
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
80h
0h
Jewels
25
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$825
$650
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