The law of diminishing returns suggests that Tudor, Rolex or Omega etc - are in no way 10 times a better watch than the Tissot Seastar 1000. The Tissot offers incredible value in a package and price point unmatched by any other brand, frankly. Automatic movement (ETA modified) to give an 80 hour power reserve! Ceramic bezel, screw down crown, exhibition case back and 300m WR etc - in a watch that has the looks and style to hold it's own against competition 10 times the price. Superb watch ... no brainer. Pocket the 5k you save on the Luxury Brands and go get your Dive Master ticket - practical vs poseur.
I bought this watch about a month ago, I got the limited edition Japanese one which has a fabric band, but ended up purchasing the steel bracelet and swapping it out, so I like the watch even more now. I find it fairly accurate and comfortable, but I especially love the style, so much that I use this more than my Tissot Complication chronometer watch which cost twice as much. Nice review man, I agree totally with what you said.
Hi Abe, I'm glad to hear you enjoy this watch so much. I do admit that I love how it looks on the wrist - a great mix of sport and class. Thanks for watching and sharing. -Jon Rihtar
Very thorough review! As a Seastar 1000 owner myself, I couldn't have described it better. Beautiful timepiece which strikes the perfect balance between luxury and value. You have earned yourself another subscriber, keep up the great work.
I like the bezel and case on this watch. And they do a good movement for the price. My Tissot is within 4 seconds a day, although I have the COSC certified Tissot. I love the brand, excellent price points.
Hi, Loved your video, very informative. My wife bought me the SeaStar with the white dial last year and I love it. Tissot does have some nice watches at an affordable price. Thanks
Hey Andrew, Thanks for sharing. So your Seastar is the previous model? I would love to see a wrist shot if you don't mind sharing. Thanks for watching. -Jon Rihtar
You are doing great. I like your style. The photography makes the seastar look like a $5k watch. The review points you've come up with really resonate with me and what I'm looking for in a watch review. I also like that you have limited watch snobbery and don't automatically play down the Tissot because it's not and omega/Tudor/Rolex. I also like that you WEAR THE WATCH the whole review, which is something I'm surprised more reviewers do not do. I'm very impressed and have subscribed to your channel and liked the video. Keep up the good work!
I've been enjoying a PRC 200 for about a year now. I've been researching Swiss automatic dive watches and stumbled upon this lovely option. I do think that this will top off my collection for the time being. Though I do have my eye on a Breitling Colt...
Hi Dimiter Angelicheff, Your Tissot TXL is a nice looking watch. I hope you get the Seastar for Christmas this year and grow your quality collection. Thanks for watching! -Jon Rihtar
Nice review. The dark blue dial one is on my list but i would like it with the metal bracelet which seems to be unavailable. The other issue is that i have my eyes on a 42 mm Oris 65 blue dial, metal bracelet. Tough to make a decision
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Great watch. I especially like that the Swatch Group is now using the 80 hour power reserve on many of their models. I do have a question. Why don't most companies focus on making their automatic watches more accurate? After all, it is a timepiece.
Hi Thomas, Yes, the 80 hour power reserve is very helpful if you don't have a watch winder. As far as the accuracy of automatic watches, the only way to improve it is higher quality materials that are more stable with gravity/temperature/magnetic fields/etc, and manufacturing processes that improve tolerances and initial spring settings. There are just a lot of variables to combat with an automatic movement. There are watches that do focus on improving accuracy, but these are the expensive watches such as Rolex, and you definitely pay for this accuracy. To achieve accuracy at lower price points, you are looking at quartz movements; though these are not as interesting or true to watchmaking history or tradition. You can always look to regulate watches if they run consistently fast or slow. I have a series of how-to videos on this process if you have any interest: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-3KLzO7-N2w8.html I hope this helps. Thanks for watching! -Jon Rihtar
to get that 80 hour reserve they use plastic parts,lower the beat rate and regulating can only be done by Tissot I have the older model with the regular eta 2824 I like it better.
Hi Richard, Thank you for your kind words. I'm glad you found it helpful. Enjoy your Seastar. I hope you love it as much as I do. Thanks for watching! -Jon
I recently picked up one of these preowned. Sadly, I had to take it fir service as soon as I bought it, so I haven’t been able to experience it in action yet. I should have it back in about three weeks. I look forward to enjoying this watch! Of course the Seastar is not comparable to the SMP or Submariner. It IS one of the best values in a classy Swiss diver! Nice, balanced review!
WHEN I FIRST SAW THIS WATCH THAT WAS IT HAD TO HAVE NICE TO KNOW THAT OTHER OWNERS ARE LOVING THEIRS AS WELL . I AM NOT A DESK DIVER AND ONE DAY THIS WATCH AND MYSELF WILL RE ENTER THE OCEAN AGAIN . TO ALL OTHER OWNERS DO ENJOY THIS WATCH AS IT HAS STYLE. LISTENED TO OTHER REVIEWS AND GOT SICK SO OFF SEMPER FI THANK YOU ALL VERY MUCH
I found your channel looking for any reviews on model Seastar, I own a 1972 Seastar chronograph, manual wind, sadly the cost to repair, mainspring broken i was told is cost of this watch! I may consider this one instead! Thanks, and great choice of drink! I'm now a subsciber to channel! Cheers!
Hey Paul, Sorry to hear about the loss of your 1972 Seastar. I'm a huge fan of vintage watches so that's hard to hear. I hope you the replacement, whichever model you choose, can give you same enjoyment as the vintage. Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching. -Jon Rihtar
Great review. Very informative. Your video led me to buy one! I opted for the Sunburst Blue with rubber band. Subscribed for future reviews for a possible another watch purchase. Don't tell the Wife!
Hi Steve, Thank you for the compliment. I appreciate it. I hope you're enjoying the watch. It is such a classy timepiece. And don't worry, your secret is safe with me. Thanks for watching, -Jon Rihtar
Many Thanks for the comprehensive review; the Seastar is a very good dive watch, with high technical specifications. It is also dressy and stylish and could be used as an executive watch. However; the bracelet width at 21 mm is odd and should be 20 mm with butterfly clasp. The bezel numbers seem to disappear in direct light. Do not have any idea on the bezel click action and QC alignement, so please advise. Otherwise, the Seastar is almost a perfect Swiss watch at this price point.
Just ordered a blue/black dial in rubber strap from the grey market (at a steal price) a few days back but it could be out of stock, who knows, as it seems to be selling very well everywhere... Hope all goes well & I would receive it sooner than expected...
Steven, That's awesome. The blue/black is really sharp. I'm sure you're going to love it. Hope you get it soon. Thanks for the kind words, and thanks for watching! -Jon Rihtar
Hey John, I really enjoy the look of the previous model. It's definitely a different feel than the new one - the new being more dressy and the previous version being more sporty as to be used in actual dive events. Nice watch man! Thanks for watching. -Jon Rihtar
First, thank you for such a good video. I enjoyed watching it like a little kid playing with toys. I am planinig to buy Seastar, and now it is over. I am on my way to the shop.
Душан Цветковић, Thank you for the kind words. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Good luck with the purchase. I'm sure you'll love it! Thanks for watching, -Jon Rihtar
Well I didn’t want this watch, but now I did. How about an entry level Swiss Diver battle as a future video, maybe this vs the Certina DSPH200M (a watch I own).
Hey Matt, The Seastar is really nice, I do have to say. For the price point, it has great finishing to make it look like a more expensive watch. And that classic color combo! I'll have to check out the Certina. What are your thoughts on your DS PH200M? Thanks for watching. -Jon Rihtar
I have a small wrist so im confuse what should i choose among „tissot seastar , hamilton khaki field 38, hamilton khaki navy scuba 40mm with rubber strap‘ I love tissot but im afraid from its case diameter!? Whats your advice? Thanks
Hey Amr Sillage, The Tissot will be too large. It was big on my wrist for sure. I’d definitely say the 38mm Hamilton Khaki Field Auto if you have small wrists. I really love how that one looks and feels on the wrist. Let me know if there is anything else I can help with. Good luck. Thanks for watching. -Jon Rihtar
Thanks torekun. I'm excited for you! You will love the quality feel of this Seastar on your wrist. Thanks for the comment, and thanks for watching! -Jon Rihtar
Hi Mauricio, That is a very tough question since these two options are designed for different uses, different target buyers and different price points - the Tissot for those looking for a luxury timepiece with focus on high-end style, and the SKX as a entry automatic with focus on sport/diving performance. It really depends on what you need from your watch, but you can't go wrong with either option. Let me know if you have any further questions. Thanks for watching, -Jon Rihtar
I just checked your website and I have to say, it’s just great!! Self explanatory and I found all the information I needed! This does seem like an awesome watch, however to me personally, I just feel that the press metal clasp is just a bit cheap... even at this price point, Tissot makes cheaper watches with nicer push button clasps Can you give any of your thoughts on that clasp? How does it feel compared to the solid bracelet?
Hi megaman 123, Thank you for the very kind words. It is true that I have seen higher quality feel on the clasps of other watches. The main bracelet is nicer quality than the clasp, but in my opinion, it is not a deal-breaker for this watch. If possible you should get your hands on one to take a look for yourself. I hope that helps. Thanks for watching, -Jon Rihtar
WATCHSPEC Yes!! It did help a lot! As a matter of fact I bought one late last year itself and I must say I’m very pleased with my purchase! I bought the same variant you reviewed and I must say, it looks even better in person! Thanks again!
Hi TheJamesd90, My feelings really have not changed much from my review. I still don't care for the "T" counterbalance on the seconds hand as I mentioned, and it is still on the larger side. But aside from that, I am in love with this watch. It feels much more expensive that it actually is, and I really enjoy the styling and fine finishing every time I look at the watch. I would recommend you try to track one down to try it on before making the purchase just in case the size doesn't match your needs. Let me know if there is anything else I can answer for you. Thanks for watching. -Jon Rihtar
Hi Nick, The green Aquis is definitely a unique look, but the two lines (Seastar & Aquis) in general look very similar. Having said that, the Aquis is quite a bit more expensive than the Seastar, about two times as much, so my nod would go towards the Seastar. Let me know if there is any way I can help in your choice. Thanks for watching. -Jon Rihtar
My accuracy is about +/- 3 sec 24 hours. It depends what position i lay it to before sleeping. So i have the influence to achieve +/- 0 sec in 48 hours. Its unbelievable for such low cost watch. What i absolutely do not like is the rubber strap.
Hi Bor Ko, That is awesome accuracy. Especially at this price point, as you said. I too am not a fan of rubber straps. I find it hard to believe that someone would actually dive with this watch, but it is a diver none-the-less, and it has the performance for serious diving. But as you can see I like it on the stainless bracelet. 😁 Thank you for sharing, and thanks for watching. -Jon Rihtar
Hi watchspec liked the review. Been looking at this watch for a few months now thinking of buying. But what do u think of the one with the blackish bluish dial. If anyone has this version how does it look in person? The one with the rubber strap that is.
Hi William, The blue/black dial version is probably the most popular of all the Seastar offerings. That is the proof that people fall in love with that very unique dial. The only thing to note is the blue/black dial version it is offered on a rubber dive strap, as opposed to the stainless bracelet of the other versions. On the other hand, that is why the price is so much lower for the blue/black. I hope this helps. Let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks for watching, -Jon Rihtar
@@watchspec thanks so much for your reply. You know i was looking at this watch on amazon a while back about 2 weeks and is was $4,427.56. And now looking at it today its $4,915.56. The price of this watch has increased i dont know why. But i think its and awesome watch. Looks like a dressy diver. And its true it looks like an omega, rolex, tudor. Its got comparisons maybe thats why.
William Rampersad I looked at both, for me the blue dial version is waaaaayyyy more attractive, and the rubber strap is exceptionally comfortable, (I also think it looks better) so I went for that. Honestly, you can lose yourself staring into that deep blue face. My only criticism is the sloppy bezel, but how many times will you use that? Really, it’s a bit of a bargain so don’t hesitate to buy.
Hi I bought the blue black dial with rubber strap and I love the watch itself, very impressed. The blueness is subtle except in strong light. However, I wanted the bracelet so bought it separately BUT I've ended up reverting to the rubber. Just not impressed with bracelet quality compared to my £200 seiko or my twenty year old Oris. It's inflexible, has sharp edges, and the clasp is basic. Would like to know if this is typical tissot. On this watch they have to save money somewhere I guess.
Hi HKP7Nut, It is true that there were some B&W photos in the video. However, this watch is black and white so many of the photos, though shown in color, appear monochromatic. Maybe i should have used a more colorful background. 😁 Thanks for watching. -Jon Rihtar
Are you sure that the powermatic 80 movement can be regulated by the watchmakers??? I heard in order to regulate you need to send this to Tissot. Your reply should be highly appreciated.
Hello Imran, We discussed this a few months ago if you recall. You can find our previous discussion in the comments below. The high-tech escapement in this watch has no regulator; so the rate is set at the factory with a laser, making the manual rate adjustments normally required by a mechanical watch unnecessary. If your watch is running off and need adjustment, you would need to send it directly to Tissot to request they use their laser system to modify the timing. So while regulation is possible, it can only be done through Tissot. I hope this clarifies what you need. Let me know if you have any additional question. -Jon Rihtar
Hi Ian, Thank you for the kind words. My wrist measures 7in / 18cm. Let me know if there is anything else I can help with. Thanks for watching, -Jon Rihtar
@@watchspec Thanks. I have a seven-inch wrist as well. I like watches with strong wrist presence. I wear a 46mm Hammy Pilot Watch as my daily wear. I'm planning to get this Tissot Seastar soon. I think it's an awesome watch for its price point. Just scouting for the best deal I can get online. I'm not sure where I read it from, but it is said the lug to lug size of this diver is at 51 mm. Not that it is an issue as my Hammy Pilot is at 53 mm lug to lug but can you comment on that please? Thanks again.
Hey Ian, I've been considering to review a Hamilton Pilot at some point. Very cool look! The lug-to-lug height on this Seastar is 47.3mm. Just for your reference, you can find any and every detail of this watch in my written review (including a full specification table at the bottom): www.watchspec.com/tissotseastar/ Let me know if you need anything else. Thank you,
@@watchspec I have to say, that it is very helpful to see/know your wrist size and its comparison to the watch as you're wearing it. Awesome, to know it will look the same on my wrist. Thumbs Up!!
Hey JCrossover, It's a bit of a love/hate for me. I don't like how it affects the usability since the numbers can disappear in the reflection, however if these didn't disappear the numbers would look ridiculously large and obnoxious. With this new Seastar targeted as more of a dress watch than a watch to actually take diving, it think I prefer it the way they have it. I hope this helps. Thanks for watching. -Jon Rihtar
WATCHSPEC I agree. Better legibility on the bezel would obviously be preferred, especially as a dive watch, however it does help maintain the elegance of the watch to a certain extent, which is nice for daily wear.
This watch is only about $400 US dollar quality watch ... Mine at 12 oclock the hands are not that much straight line align, and I see the watch in this video too ... And some times the date adjust won't work, I had to push the pin in and out several times to make it works ... Sometimes it will slow 60s a day, and few days later it will slow 25s a day ... And it's too heavy ...
Mikel LL ETA movements are supposed to run -15/+15 seconds per day, and it’s a reliable movement, so you might want to get that checked under warranty. It’s also possible the movement has been magnetised, although that shouldn’t explain your issues with the date.
Hi David, This will definitely wear large on a 6.5” wrist. As you see in my video/photos, it wears a bit on the large side on my 7” wrist. However, many people like a very large watch as a strong statement piece. That all depends on personal style and preferences so you will need to decide that for yourself. I hope I helped guide you to your answer. Let me know if I can do anything else for you. Thanks for watching, -Jon Rihtar
Hi Andre, You absolutely can, you would just need to buy the bracelet separately and replace the rubber strap. Since the case shape is same between the blue dial and the other colors, the bands are interchangeable. I hope this helps. Let me know if you need anything else. Thanks for watching, -Jon Rihtar
Hi Imran, I'm sorry, I realize I was not clear about this. Regulation is possible, but only by sending it in to Tissot to be regulated using lasers. The end-customer will not be able to regulate this. Sorry for the confusion. Thanks for watching and correcting my comment. Kind regards, -Jon Rihtar
Hello Jon, yes you are mostly right that you need to get it back to Tissot. When they will hear the watch runs 6-7 seconds + per day then they may not accept the watch because to them it is quite ok 5+ seconds. But again we have some very finest watchmaker who will able to regulate exactly within 0.4+ did in my renently purchased Certina DS1 Small Seconds. More surprisingly I have bought a Tissot Quadrato having 7750 Valjoux movement running the same standard from the very beginning. However what I believe in watches 3 things are important 1. Price 2. Value for money 3. Accuracy. This is why I am never going to buy Seikos because I had a bad experience with my Presage with 4r35 movement. The Accuracy is horrible.
43mm 🤦🏻♂️ It’s such a beautiful and clean watch but why don’t they at least offer a smaller variant at 39 or 40mm?? All these brands are just ignoring an entire segment of the market.
Hi SunsetSheen, Yeah, it's tough for many of us with these larger diameters. I will say, however, that larger diameters are more typical on dive watches as they are targeted to be more sporty. That doesn't mean that smaller dive watches don't exist, but it does mean the choices are slightly more limited. Thanks for watching. -Jon Rihtar
@@watchspec That'd be an awesome video idea man: "Divers under 40mm" I know of only a few available on the market: Seiko SKX013, Christopher Ward C60 Trident, and Zelos Mako. I'm sure there are others here and there but they're so few and far between. Great content and thanks for the reply.
I really want to like this watch but have too many reservations. The watch should have been 41mm not 43mm. The old 42mm version wore better. The hour markers look way too small compared to the fat hour and minute hands. Also the lollipop on the second hand travels over the hour markers which seems strange to me. Shouldn’t it run along the outside of them? The highly reflective ceramic bezel (poor legibility) and display caseback destroy whatever “diver watch” credentials they were going for. Instead of making an affordable Omega Seamaster Professional 300 it’s like they engineered this watch to be not as good as an Omega Seamaster.
Too general a comment, I have a BN0151-09L, great watch, I also have the Seastar, no comparison, presence on wrist, perfect finishing, 300m water resistant, hand assembled ETA movement, metal filled ceramic bezel, saphire crystal, 80 hour power reserve, and a true automatic. Some of the Citizen pro masters are nearly double of the price as well.
@@rickstard73 and Dead Monk 2, I love this conversation! Thanks for sharing. This just goes to show how different people value different elements in a watch. There is no right or wrong answer and I love that. It is what drives different style options, movement options, quality levels, complications, uses, price points, and all the combinations of these. All these options give us consumers a vast number of choices so we can find the watch (or watches) that work best for us, each of us at different stages of our life and watch journey. I find it exciting. Thanks again guys! -Jon Rihtar
what is so bad about them? I only ask as i saw this watch the other day and liked the look of it and was thinking about getting it. Never owned a Tissot and to be honest, it was going to be the most expensive watch id ever owned but don't want to get it if they're rubbish. Most reviews only say good things about this watch?
Hi sandydenny, Sorry to hear about your bad experience. Not to discount your comment, but keep in mind that you can find stories like yours for every watch brand out there. I've even heard horror stories about Pateks, but that doesn't mean Patek doesn't make quality watches. It's just something to keep in mind. Also, in terms of the movement, the ETA 2824-2 is applied in literally hundreds of Swiss luxury watches. It is almost easier to list the brands that do not apply this ETA 2824-2 than to list all the brands that do - basically all the Swatch company brands, and even Tudor. I can't say it is a perfect movement, but its track record speaks for itself. Having said that, I know how frustrating it is to pay good money for a luxury watch only to find an issue that requires more money. I am happy to hear your C.Ward is working out for you. Thanks for watching and sharing. -Jon Rihtar
