For the price the Tissot Seastar 1000 is a pretty good value and a sturdy watch. I especially like the lack of cyclops on the crystal, despite the tiny date window. That said, I've owned two and flipped both (the silver and black dial) - in the end, I didn't care for the polished finish up top (its brushed on the side - I prefer it brushed completely, or polish on surfaces I cannot see, as I hate the shine and bling). The rubber band was top notch, among the best I've ever had on any watch. The bracelet was fine but again, I did not like the polished finish. Also the hands were a little thin and arrow second hand was small (the "T" counterweight was cool though). For $300 its a good watch. Never had any watertightness problems like reported on other boards.
As for the comparison to the Oris TT1 above, when I compare both Tissots to my Oris TT1 Titan, I find the Oris to be superior in almost every way, but to each their own. The Oris Titan though, is slightly thicker than a normal TT1, so maybe thats why I like it more. Only hangup with the Oris is the presence of polished links on the bracelet, but then maybe I am just odd in liking brushed/blasted finish instead of something flashy that will attract attention.
Last edited on Wed Sep 5th, 2007 10:53 am by Eric L.
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