2018 Tissot Seastar 1000 First Impressions & Thoughts Review 

Great review and comparison. The truth is that a brand like Tissot is true value for money. They may be placed in the middle of the Swatch Group regarding prices, but the quality of many of their watches is very good. Being a huge watch company Swatch Group can source quality parts and movements which Tissot are great at utilizing to produce very good watches at very fair prices.

Awsome review, just bought this exact watch, thanks for your efforts, absolutely no regrets. Will use it as a formal watch until I save up for the Omega 😀

Hi Josh, thanks for the review. Totally agreed. The new Sea Star design is more classic and less polarized than the previous edition. Great with a suit and still appropriate with polo tee. Enjoy your new watch and I will probably go for it too, in the near future 👍

Congratulations on the review, convinced me to buy it and I am very happy for the purchase, for me it's an upgrade from Seiko, Orient and Citizen.

My dear Josh, great review, but you forgot the most important of this watch...the movement ! This watch has a ETA 2824-2 movement with 80 hours power reserve with a silicium spiral spring. This great power reserve is reached due the low beats of 21800, the silicium spiral spring and a low friction mechanic construction. I recoment also to check the Certina ph200M, the famous 1967 dive watch revival, also with the powermatic 80 movement. Greetings from Switzerland

Wonderful review of a very good watch. Unfortunately, brands like Tissot, Hamilton and Certina often get overlooked by watch aficionados as a mass-produced goods from the conglomerate (Swatch Group), but all of these brands actually produce high-quality timepieces and in this case - a very interesting one. I tried this particular model recently and in my book - 300 meters of water resistance plus new movement (well, upgraded ETA 2824-2) for under 1000$ (let alone 700$ price range of this one) presents simply fantastic value for money, and the build quality is quite impressive, on pair with much more expensive timepieces. So, thumbs up for Tissot and for the review!

G'day Josh, Well done on the Video review! I too own the previous release of the Seastar1000 Powermatic 80 and love it as a daily. It was bought knowing the version had stopped production and as such picked it up on a run out sale here in Aus. for less than $400USD on the rubber strap (of which is Very comfortable). I then contacted my national AD for the Swatch group and ordered the 5 Link 19mm (argrrrrg) Steel Bracelet for less than $100USD. The presence of the watch changes dramatically with the bracelet and is by far the most commented watch I wear, be it at work or on holidays. The rubber strap and steel bracelet are continually swapped, and have used it for diving and snorkelling on the Great barrier Reef, preferring it to my Sinn U2 when snorkelling TBH. It's a pity the new revision has lost its playful dial and hands and looks like the Tissot PRC200 with a diver bezel, but thankfully the profile still maintains that lovely polished channel on the side case. All in all they are a brilliant daily watch no matter which model you chose, be it old or new and I would definitely advise someone on a budget for a mechanical watch to look at the Seastar1000 range (particularly discontinued models as New Old Stock). Subbed and best regards.

Gave this review a shoutout in my review of the same watch. Not sure it’ll bring in big traffic, LOL, but I’ll always recommend this channel.

Fantastic video review/breakdown of the watch. I'm a mostly Seiko diver guy and also have a Scurfa Diver One. I'm looking for my next watch and this review has helped immensely. I'm almost positive it'll be my next purchase. So thank you!

They need to make a 40mm version on this so I can powermatic purchase it as my beater! 44 is way too big for me to wear everyday with a suit

I have a 2022 version of this watch, and am happy to see they have gone back to the engraved bezel, which makes the numbers and gradations much more visible under different lighting conditions. The sunburst blue to dark-blue face is also an attractive feature of the new model. The case is a bit thick and the bezel a bit sharp around the edges for a daily wearer for me (just a personal preference), but it is my go-to watch for all watersports. In my opinion an automatic with a screw down crown is the way to go in a diver , as opposed to a quartz-movement diver,. MY concern is that the waterproofing in the quartz watch, even with a screw-down back, can get compromised when the case is opened to change the battery.

my first watch was a Tissot powermatic 80 COSC from the first year of its release , 2013. With silver dial, and an interesting design on the case side. Beautiful watches for the price. If you want the magnetic resistant Tissot with the silicon balance wheel look for the 80.811 movement, the 80.111.

I am starting a Tissot collection, so automatically subscribed when you mentioned your admiration for the brand.

Hi Josh. Congratulations of 2K subscribers!! Truly an excellent, thoughtful review!

I just bought one of these, used, but unworn for $320.00. I feel,like I really made a great deal. If I ever get healthy enough to go scuba diving again, I have another choice of dive watches. Great review!

Nice review! Could also consider Squale divers as well. Around 500USD price point, a little more if you you want the ceramic bezel options, you can get into their 20 or 30 ATMOS lines. Rich history, excellent case constructions, and a Swiss ETA movement 2824-2. And Tissot is owned by Swatch, so I imagine they’re using an ETA or modified ETA anyways. Cheers!

Fantastic review. Lots of people have expressed doubts about the exhibition caseback and the 300m water resistance. The bracelet and clasp could be better. Bezel turning feels a little hollow. Other than that, it's a nice piece. Love the Powermatic 80hr power reserve and it's great to have it at his price point.

What I like about Tissot is that it still has its own look, just subtly different from the typical Submariner look. And I don’t know why, I just love the Tissot font.

Correctly said about the press photo of this watch. These watches look way more good in person than in photos.

Great review! I own two Tissot watches and they are great quality and value, my first "real" watch was the Seastar 1000 Quartz Chronograph and it's my go to for vacations and general wear! The new ones (that you're reviewing) have intrigued me, rightly so as they look fantastic! 21.3K views and only 228 subscribers? Travesty, you need more subscribers! :)

I just bought mine yesterday....its beautiful the videos do not do it justice i love it....great vid mate

Nice overview of both models. I was recently shopping both the Seastars you own. I prefer the new one but I don’t like the increase in size (43mm vs 42mm). I also agree that the dial markers on the new model needed to be larger and the ceramic bezel looks cheap compared to the old one. I’m wondering if the markings on the new ceramic bezel will wear away over time? I do like that they got rid of the helium escape valve as it’s only used by saturation divers in a bell and adds only an extra expense and another failure point for water intrusion. I haven’t handled the new one in store but I was never a fan of the dial and handset on the old model. It looks to cartoonish. This new version with the old bezel, 40-41mm size and larger dial markers could have been a home run in my opinion. Maybe Tissot will get it right with the next generation? Unfortunately the bracelet on these models is very poor with a cheap stamped clasp and divers extension. It’s the same kind of clasp Seiko uses on their divers which cost half as much. The Swatch group’s Certina DS Action Diver and Hamilton Khaki Scuba Get much better machined clasps with ratcheting Diver extensions. The Certina also has the actual ISO6425 diving watch certification though only has an aluminum bezel like the Hamilton.

FYI , Helium is not building up at a 1000 ft depth, it is part of the gas you breathe in an under water habitat or a decompression chamber, after having done serious decompression diving and having to decompress for a week or so, kind regards,

In most factors, this watch is better than seiko's offering at this price point.

Take a shot everytime he says 'you know'. Jokes aside love your videos man. Keep it up

My fervent wish is that Tissot offers the 'blue into black' dialed watch on a bracelet. The rubber strap was a 'no-go' for me, and I didn't want to buy a new watch and wait around for a bracelet to come in the mail. The 21mm lug width is kind of limiting for aftermarket band choices, but I understand that a 2mm can be 'taken in a bit'. I just didn't want the hassle right out of the gate on a new watch.

I have 2 Seastars. One green and the other in blue. Also a PRS 516 chronograph and a Tissot with the day/date Rolex thing. They are amazing watches.

How I miss the 8 beats of the good and old ETA's

I got one on eBay for $492, the blue on blue. I have a Tissot Seastar 1000 from about 10 years ago with the diver on the winding rotor (that can only be seen in one position). I love that watch, had it modded because the old hands were tough to read and the lume was atrocious ( now ploprof w/orange minute). This watch is gorgeous! I would love to see one with a 'batman' or an orange bezel (like a budget version of it's cousin, the Omega Planet Ocean). Orange and gray dial, or orange and root beer dial would work too.

Just ordered one, moving up from my invicta grand-diver(not a bad watch either).

Hi Josh thanks for a nice review, it’s the best review for this watch I’ve seen so far. How do you think, how this watch compares to Longines HydroConquest 2018, except the price? Is it worth to pay more for Longines?

I saw this the other day at tissot looked nice. The watch itself it’s too big however. 39-40mm maybe 41 is my max. Looks more like a submariner now. I do like the position of the date at 6 o’clock.

Nice modern Tissot on the metal bracelet ! Have 2 Tissot chronographs but they're very different, they're from WW2, definitely not waterproof.

wow, thanks josh. i'm afraid i just found my next watch. i have the blue seastar with g10 (chrono) quartz and love it, but the hands sometimes are a bit much. i would rather have the solid caseback with that beautiful seahorse but the see thru is nice. the powermatic 80 should please me greatly!

It's not an ISO rated diver right ? The previous generation looks better and more like a proper diver.

Yeah I think that I am going to buy this watch. At first I wanted a Tag Heuer watch but my problem was that there was not that single watch that I would have really really wanted. Walking by some shop windows I show the full blue version of this watch and instantly fell in love with it. I might still get the black version as i think that the the blue one might not be the best one for every outfit and I really need a watch which I can wear daily.

First things first dope review man. Question:Do yo think this is the best diver around 500$?

Finally a review of this good looking watch. I´m looking forward to pick one up in blue next week. Thank you for the video Best regards from Germany :)

I like the old style better. The bezel can be clearly seen but the new version bezel you cant see the numbers very well.

What is the serial number for the previous generation one that he showed. I am having some trouble finding this info...

It's ridiculous just how much better the longines looks

Tried two of these on the black and the blue dail and thought the back play when you turned the bezels was really bad don't know if I just got unlucky but both were really bad anyone else had this experience and the pressed clasp was a disappointment at this price point

I bought one very nice and classy looks money well spent

Thank you so much! Just ordered mine in blue, can’t wait! Got it for $500

Hi there, first of I have to say thank you for the review, I have been doing extensive research on this watch trying to make up my mind and your video has me almost there, I’ve got a few questions. I don’t wear bracelet watches cos I feel my wrists are too slim for one so in your opinion is this watch not too chunky/heavy for slim wrists people? 2ndly- this will be my first automatic watch, good choice? Overall I really do like the watch I’m just concerned about the bracelet

Tissot have deliberately gone for a premium diver classier look over the mk1 Seastar. That's why it has the new shiny bezel insert and applied indices. They have definitely improved it but it's let down by the pressed clasp opposed to a milled at this price point. I've just bought one and replaced bracelet with a better one.

Powermatic 1000 Which one Nice black or Green?

would love to see your views about same watch with rubber strap.

I'm contemplating between this and the Certina ds action diver powermatic 80. The problems I have with the Seastar is the stamped clasp and that there's no push button deployment. I like the the exhibition case back, the ceramic bezel and the engineer style bracelet. I'm leaning towards the Certina though, seems like a more robust design.

Hey Josh, very nice review. Where can I get the black/blue striped Nato strap?

You were very helpful with this review. Thank you

Does anyone know the lug to lug height of this watch? I know it’s 21 mm lugs and 43 mm diameter. But can’t find the lug to lug anywhere. Thanks!

Hi josh. Have to say great video again. But id like to know if the indexes are printed or raised of the dial and does it have perpetual date so it knows the date for every month or do we have to set it manually. Thanks.

Thanks to your review, I've ordered the same Tissot Seastar. After a year, what is your opinions about this watch? Thank you

Excellent comparative review !

Hi Josh,I just bought my 1st dive watch.I love my Tissot!Do you recommend any straps that would work with this watch. Greetings from Kuwait!

Hi josh. Enjoyed the video. But can u tell me how accurate this watch is with time, meaning how much time does it lose or gain per day, week or month. Thanks so much.

Nice Tissot Dive Watch ! Thanks for the info !

I just bought one 😅. The previous gen looks amazing too I kind of won’t one now

good review thanks mate

@Josh James The glass on the back, is it sapphire? And if it is not, it is mineral but will it be really resistant? Greetings from Spain.🤟🏼🤪

Hey, I am new to watches and I was considering buying this specific Tissot Seastar. I notice it only has a day indicator. Do you have to manually configure it every month since not every month has the same amount of days in a month? Thanks.

Hi I am really confused between the tissot and the Longines. Which one do you personally recommend. Im getting the longines for a 1000 bucks. (The 2017 model )

Thank you so much for the review ! This is going to be my first diver ever

Is it true that all the Powermatic 80 models can not be regulated like the older models? I also heard that they use plastic parts in the movement and the movement is a lower beat to achieve the 80 hour power reserve.

Hi all could you give me suggestion who better between tissot sea star vs seiko spb 053 ? Also with the reason Thank you

Can you tell me if this is windable?? Thank you nice review

Tissot sea star vs mido ocean star, which one will win out? Love to see a comparison 😉

What’s the quality of the bracelet like? Are they sold links? Thanks

Good review thanks.

Nice review. Thanks!

yes yes right on money!!I am trying to move on from seiko sea urchin to this one but with a blue bezel :D website says 725$ :(

Hi, is it ok to wear it on a 6.5 whrist? Thanks

Can you get the blue and black with a metal band?

*nice comparison, it's almost the perfect divers watch to me, but that bezel it's just a turn off for me, it looks like an aluminum one, and the numbers are too cartoonish*

Is it just me or does the shape looks a little bit wide for a round watch? I mean, it doesn't seem symmetrical.

Is the bracelet feel and sound cheap like seiko or more premium feeling like tag heuer

This watch seems to punch way above its weight. Ceramic Bezel, movement great for the price, though a little too big for me. Check out my channel if you are interested in watches.

Is this fine for a 6.7 inch wrist?

i have this watch to. Good wishes from schwitzerland

the bezel is the same like a prc 200....

But you didn’t wear the watch on your wrist man! I’ve tried on this watch at a boutique and wears much smaller than it looks on the videos!

I prefer Certina DSPH200m diver

Sir tissot starting rate pls

i like the overall design except the clasp. its cheaply done. the marker on the Bessel should have been more readable not a glossy grey

Really regret for not buying it 😥

Tissot new model

a'like before model .

1000m not 1000ft ....1000m = 330ft

I like the older model more.

Any plastic inside ? Haha 😂

Honestly the design very normal, only great movement.