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Tissot Classic DreamvsVario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

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Classic Dream
TissotClassic Dream
MSRP $550
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
Vario1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
MSRP $218

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Classic Dream40mm
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40mm
Power Reserve
Classic Dream80h
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Classic Dream50m
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz50m
MSRP
Classic Dream$550
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz$218

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Thickness
10.23mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
41mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Black
Indices
Indexes
Applied

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Powermatic 80
Miyota 2070/2170
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$550
$218

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What people say

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Tissot Classic Dream

Owners widely praise the Tissot Classic Dream for its exceptional value, citing its traditional dress watch aesthetic, sapphire crystal, and Swiss movement. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its superb wearability, with one source noting its 8.1mm thickness and another its 40mm case size. The dazzling white dial with Roman numerals and the dark blue sunray dial are frequently mentioned as attractive features. However, some owners desire an automatic movement and higher water resistance than the standard 50 meters. The silver dial version's indexes are noted to lack lume and visibility. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Classic Dream highly for its classic design and value proposition.

Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz for its superb case finishing, legibility, and premium look, with its 40mm size proving comfortable for many wrists. Reviewers highlight its incredible value at $198, featuring a Miyota solar quartz movement and polished chamfers adding unexpected style. Some owners note the lume is poor and the 50-meter water resistance is limited, while others desire a big date complication not supported by the solar movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz highly for its excellent finishing and value proposition.

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