The Best Swiss Dress Watch for $600 - Tissot Visodate Review

[@ref6122]

This was the first Swiss watch I ever owned also and I have never been able to replicate the feeling I got when first wearing it ,even with much more expensive pieces.

[@JMcKey21]

Also my first Swiss piece. I had been looking at it for a couple years as well as a Hamilton. I was on vacation in NYC for the first time and randomly came across a Tissot store in the basement of One World Trade Center. Saw it and immediately loved it (in my state there's no way to try one of these on). On the flight back a man sitting next to me complimented the watch, showing me his Rolex Submariner, and said his first watch was also a Tissot.

[@JusttheWatch]

Been eyeing this one for a long time. Just wish it was a little bit slimmer, or that it had a little higher water resistance.

[@kdids]

i got this 6 yrs ago and its simply amazing. its not thick at all.. it always wears well with dress shirts.

[@PrashantNeelam]

Try Tissot Gentleman then

[@pissysoles6996]

@@kdids agreed had mine for same time. Dont know how you could get much thinner in an automatic

[@bringabor_turak]

It was a great review, Teddy! The Visodate was my first swiss watch too, I think it is the best entry level timepiece that you can get from your money: beautiful, unique design, reliable movement, and heritage. It will always remain the most beloved piece of my collection.

[@seanlawlor262]

This was the first swiss watch I bought back in 2014 and in 2018 I tragically left it in a drawer in my office when I left my job. Buying another one next week as I just need to have it back in my collection. Fantastic watch, the newer versions can’t compare. Especially the horrible Visodate lettering.

[@robo2606]

This Visodate has a kettle shape and measures 37 mm on the top. It wears smaller than the size suggests. I own one with a silver dial on a Milanese strap which gives it a great retro look.

[@ericgrace9995]

Yep...the case tapers so it has 2 diameters !

[@jschoenzy9416]

Always admired this one, the older models had a different lug design but has now been smoothed out. A great watch, your review was excellent too.

[@hovvy786]

I'm glad you are reviewing these watches as they are so accessible to everyone and are very good quality swiss watches.

[@paulc9588]

Nice watches, I have the black dial version. My only issues are: 1) Too large for a heritage dress watch and should be 38mm. I just about get away with it with my skinny ~6 1/2 inch wrist but wish the Visodate were smaller. 2) Lots of reflections which can make reading the time difficult on the black dial version. 3) I also have the Heritage Sovereign. It gets relatively little attention but is actually a nicer watch overall IMHO. Seems a better fit despite also being 40mm and the domed crystal is just perfect, although it will of course scratch more easily.

[@marktuyet]

Jimmy Stewart wore a Tissot in the movie "Rear Window " . It was a handsome manual wind steel watch with brown strap and sweep second hand with red painted arrow. It was elegant for it's simplicity and approx. 34 mm size . Watches today are too big and look like hockey pucks .

[@nkonig1]

I do like the look of this watch on the Milanese bracelet. Looks slightly more casual and sporty and therefore more of an everyday piece.

[@michaelriera6277]

I have it on the Milanese in white dial. It not only chances the look but the feel as well. The Milanese is very well made and give the watch a more robust feel.

[@nkonig1]

@@michaelriera6277 I tried it on a few months back. I was wearing the Sarb035 at the time and did a quick comparison. I probably prefer the smaller size and mix of brush and polish finished case over the larger, entirely high polished case of the Visodate. I also didn’t like the dial in person, way more silvery in appearance. If I didn’t already own the Sarb035 then I’d be happy owning the Visodate. I just don’t see the need for both.

[@JPK1337]

I've got the milanese version but I changed it to a navy blue leather strap. also very casual but I like the feel.

[@nepunkn]

My first mechanical watch. The emotions that this amazing piece of horology evokes.. Nothing beats that first watch feeling. This and the Seiko Skx007 are my formal and beater watches.

[@ericgrace9995]

It's not a " true " 40 mm case. It's 40 at its base but tapers to 38 mm at the crystal. It has visibility/ reflective problems with the black/ blue versions that you don't have with the silver dial. I'd change ( did change) the strap, but it's a really attractive watch and great value.

[@felixt1470]

I recall growing up in Hong Kong watching this watch being advertised on my parents black and white TV . It depicts a guy at his desk tearing up a few pages presumably not having this watch and thus kept writing down the wrong date. Gymnopedie was the background music of the commercial. Funny I still remember it almost 6 decades later!!!!

[@kevalmain5730]

Love this Tissot Visodate. The white dial looks great with this brown strap.

[@Todd_Whitehouse]

Nobody? OK... that crystal is absolutely awesome! Holy crap that part of the watch is eye grabbing. I don't normally look to buy "dress" watches but this one is on my list now! Great review TB!

[@xanadan]

My first Swiss watch and I loved it. Had it for 4 years until 4 days ago someone broke into my flat and stole it. Will buy it again if insurance comes through. Love the size, the sound and oooh it's so beautiful to look at. The simplicity is just marvelous.

[@stanleytingfung]

My first Swiss watch ever owned as well, got it a year ago already because of all the excellent reviews and your recommendation!

[@maxdaname]

For that price range, I prefer the Tissot Le Locle Powermatic, but the Visodate is great too.

[@holokron1337]

This watch would be perfect if it was 38mm and with only a date complication. Literally perfect! still love mine though :D

[@kdids]

ive had this for 6 yrs - it doesn't wear big like a 40. Its perfect trust me

[@holokron1337]

@@kdids Like I said, still love mine though. Meaning I have it and am fully aware of how it wears 🙂

[@michaelriera6277]

I have it and it wears like a 38mm. The shape of the case is very interesting and pulls in. You’ll love it.

[@holokron1337]

@@michaelriera6277 No, it doesn't wear like a 38mm watch due to the long lugs. If anything, it wears a little larger than 40 because of lugs and no bezel

[@contentconsumer487]

Was going to post the same thing. Only I don't have a problem with the date complication. But that watch is unnecessarily large I would like to see it at 36. Would be very elegant.

[@stephenlee7256]

Reading the comments here it’s amazing to see how this was the first Swiss watch for so many. I have the gold Visodate and it was also my first Swiss watch I picked up for or five years ago

[@influensiiirphilippines9679]

How was the gold plating through time?

[@JapanJacques]

I really love the look of the black dial, gold hands and markers quartz Visodate. And for less than 200 bucks online it seems like a steal.

[@Furniture121]

I'm tempted to get one, for the times I wear business casual to the office rather than my uniform. I have a Khaki Pilot Day Date, but it's a bit too sporty for business casual...

[@jacc88888]

I’ve got the black dial version and to be honest this white/silver dial visodate looks much better. The black dial watch is the only watch I’ve ever bought that looks better in photos and videos than in real life!

[@nilskubo]

This watch was my first Swiss watch too and I still like it. Agree on all positive aspects mentioned in the video. Just two cons: the minute hand could be a bit longer and the saphire crystal is quite shiny in bright sunlight.

[@michaelsteven8143]

Was the first Swiss watch that I ever owned too, I loved that watch and I would listen to it for hours every day if I was ever stressed Or just for how peaceful it was. I got a Tudor also and they were both stolen from me, it may not be the nicest but I’ve always wanted to replace it one day.

[@crh7742]

This was also my first mechanical Swiss watch and I'll always have it in my collection. A great every day office watch and tremendous value for money. Good to see it get the respect it deserves.

[@teeKeri]

This watch is indeed very very nice. It feels good on the wrist too, as i had the chance to try one on at our local watchmaker. The white dial looks the best, and is the most legible too imo. A slightly longer minute hand would make it perfect. ♥

[@JPK1337]

great tip: if they sell a watch with different straps, always buy the metal version. out of the box all versions are the same price, but the metal straps are much more expensive to buy later.

[@Atlas92936]

Thanks, for the tip!

[@lenmil8421]

Have this one in black. Swapped the cheap stiff leather strap with a worn and wound. Perfect. First swiss one for me also.

[@anthonystevens8683]

A great review Teddy! Tissot was also my real toe in the water on Swiss watches of names that people have heard of. I have an older gold colour Visodate that I picked up on a good discount. My example has the white-silver dial and it is very easy to read, oddly much easier to read than another Tissot that has a black dial with silver hands and markers but a flat crystal. It just seems to be able to cope with reflections so much better. I have to agree with you one the the movement as well from my collection at least the work horse ETA movement would be my preference, servicing, regulating etc can be done by any watch maker, even Tissot pricing is reasonable. From my experience unless you really need the extra power reserve of the Powermatic 80 I'd go for the ETA 2824 or 2836 movements and for me the higher beat rate gives the smoother sweep second hand that I prefer.

[@MrBacchus18]

Bought mine a couple of months ago silver on mesh bracelet, no regrets love it and it is my only dressy watch.

[@darylgasper5482]

Bought this watch in 2011. It was my first watch I ever bought. Serviced it once, changed the strap twice and still going strong. Just bought a Milanese strap to go with it. Definitely can’t go wrong with a Visodate.

[@Splorer]

Where’d you buy the milanese strap sir?

[@darylgasper5482]

@@Splorer you could get it from any authorised reseller of tissot watches. They’ll order it for you and you can collect it once it has arrived. It cost me RM200 about 40USD if I’m not mistaken

[@darylgasper5482]

@@Splorer make sure you give them the correct size . Coz the newer visodates are larger in size

[@drzaius844]

I just (re)watched Hitchcock’s Rear Window and there is an extreme close up of Jimmy Stewart’s watch, at a critical moment, and - spoiler alert - it’s a Tissot. That was so cool. I bought a Visodate probably 30 min after the movie was over LOL

[@henrycollins2478]

I got the notification right after finishing your other video from today. I like the hands.

[@tantu2395]

A true classic piece for a mature gentleman.

[@tantu2395]

@Norcar Lane yes, I have a same thought that 38mm still a more perfect choice .

[@mihouser]

Would love your thoughts on the older Tissot T-One and also, as a random question, the Roue TPS. Also general thoughts on meca-quartz movements.

[@RedwoodAggie]

This watch was one of the first ones I saw you talking about when I first discovered your channel. This and the Hamilton Intra-matic are my favorites when it comes to entry level Swiss dress watches. Which one of those two is you favorite, Teddy?

[@ddt77ta]

Also my first grown up watch (white dial and brown strap) one of my best watches

[@nkonig1]

I tried this on whilst wearing my Sarb035. Thought it would be a good replacement or addition to that watch. I must say I was rather unimpressed when I had it on wrist. The dial is silver and not white. To me I think it looks way better in photos than in person.

[@Mister_Phafanapolis]

I really like the styling of this watch. The day complication might be a little excessive as a date is already pushing it for a dress-style watch. Every few months I see one, get excited about the looks and start researching. Inevitably I see the stubby hands and that kills it. It's like Tissot/Swatch went lazy and used hands from a 36mm in this 40mm watch. Maybe there was a mix up at the factory and there are some Longines Conquest Heritage watches with way too long hands? haha

[@Vow247]

Absolutely beautiful looking watch. This was my first Swiss watch about 3 years ago. I don’t wear this often, as it’s too dressy for me personally. While I do like it, I wish I’d gone for an automatic Khaki field instead.

[@marcod.r.3299]

I own this watch for 2 years now....but everytime I wear it and look at it I have the feeling that it is just a tad too big for this type of watch...it has a little too much presence on my 7 inch wrist.....2 mm less case size and 44 lug to lug instead of 47 would have been just perfect.....although it really is a beautiful watch I am considering selling it for the size reason

[@universaljustiniani5798]

Hi. I'm a subscriber to your channel and i do enjoy it. I just want to share something with you and your subscribers and viewers. I was watching an ancient history vlog on the Sumerians and everyone was curious about the 'bags' that these ancient people were holding. What they do not notice are the 'wrist watches' that these ancient people seem to be wearing on their wrists...round, with details on the face of the items, and strapped to their wrists. Much like the way we wear wrist watches today. So maybe, wrist watches go a long, long way back in ancient history.

[@Post_Leako]

I wish they kept the 4hz day-date movement in the Tissots and Hamiltons, and put them in under 40mm watches.

[@fletcherhamilton3177]

I tried this on today. Surprisingly I find it wears slightly, slightly smaller than expected. The mesh bracelet didn’t bend ninety degrees down from the case lug as any strap tends to do on my skinny stick-wrist . . .

[@j.j.h.atemycereal]

I really think Tissot is winning the Bang For Your Buck game. Simple but solid designs.

[@smittysmitty481]

This timepiece is a total classic in the entry level segment. Solid review as always Teddy!

[@bushcraftsurvivaljackonly7319]

I think this will be my first mechanical Wristwatch. I like the design and it´s not to expensive.

[@johnpaulguevarra6916]

I wish Tissot offer a Visodate without the DAY window in the future.

[@FingerBob]

Just bought this in black. First nice watch I've ever bought

[@othus123]

Idk, Mido has a cosc certified watch for around 500. I think that's a way better deal than the Visodate

[@papachung6639]

I owned this watch and sold it for a SARB035. To me, the case was a touch too big and at a glance, it was hard to tell the time because the hour and minute hands are so similarly sized. I do miss the overall aesthetic though, especially the logo.

[@darrensmith6999]

Thanks Teddy just pulled the trigger on one (: My first Swiss watch (:

[@ForlornFreddy]

Debated between this and the Hamilton KK. Ended up with the latter but still really like this one.

[@thetruth495]

This is already out of date - there is a new style Visodate just released by Tissot.

[@immortal4942]

can you review the couturier DayDate? it looks amazing in black with brown leather strap

[@TheSexyoyster]

I just bought a two tone from Jomashop with white dial, replaced the bracelet with brown leather strap with white stitches, very attractive.

[@justaguyfromFinland1]

It would be awesome to see a review of the tissot heritage 1948 chronograph! It's been mentioned on this channel a few times but I'm still waiting for a full review :)

[@Delkor444]

Classic and beautiful! Great review as always, Teddy 👍

[@storminmormon8195]

wish it had a magnified date window, would look really neat

[@powderp5267]

Hi Teddy, I really like the Longines Conquest V.H.P like the one Kevin O'Leary had, but I'd be going with the non gmt version. Would you recommend that watch or this? My only other watch is a Seiko Srpe51 jdm version and obviously my first automatic.

[@AJMacDonaldJr]

I like the higher beat rate.

[@bratkartoffelentertainment9633]

Brillant watch, own it on a Milanaise Mesh Bracelet and I love it, but the 30m water resitance are a bummer and I almost never wear it anymore

[@larsstougaard7097]

Yeah agree, only a kitchen sink diver, need 100m

[@bratkartoffelentertainment9633]

@@larsstougaard7097 True, I nowadays go with a Nomos Club Campus on a similae mesh bracelet, it has nice 60s vibes coming off of it and I love it!

[@kdids]

its meant to wear with a suit, not a swim suit

[@larsstougaard7097]

@@bratkartoffelentertainment9633 Love Nomos

[@michaelriera6277]

Really? Just keep it away from swimming. Splashed are fine. This watch is a bargain and looks great.

[@albertoperezparra2919]

A very good choice, unfortunately no anti reflective crystal.

[@kdids]

you never need it

[@AK-pr2nk]

Id Def buy one of these if it wasn't so big , 38/36mm

[@summerpatio6795]

Love this watch..received as a gift some3+ years. Not sure what I did wrong but the day/date when advanced 'automatically' does NOT align! I fear I bent something. Please advise..feeling like an idiot.

[@Stratboy999]

I just received one of these as a gift. My first new watch in over 20 years. I think it's going to be strictly a dress watch as I can't see myself wearing it every day.

[@sugardaddy9721]

I use a nato band on my visodate and it is much better for daily use.

[@mikulasriecky9612]

Tissot Visodate is my first automatic watch I got recently :)

[@jac3879]

Does it fit a 6.3in wrist

[@RazaAh1986]

Lovely watch…the only downsides which keeps me away from buying one are the short hands and the large day-date window, which mars the overall aesthetics.

[@iv8976]

Mine has been running +/-2 seconds after getting it regulated! Amazing watch for the money

[@kubodrdul]

Oh I like this watch a lot, BUT ! the minute hand is so short.. it ruins it for me.

[@marijn3511]

I'm buying my first automatic watch. The Visodate is appealing or the Le Locle powermatic 80, i would be interested in opinions

[@joethebro183]

Have you decided yet? I'm torn between those 2 as well

[@rohitkejriwal1]

- I have the Le Locle past 8 years and absolutely love it and now saving up for the Visodate 😅

[@VOAZOH]

I am looking for a couple of swiss made mechanical watches. Will there be any chance comparing series of watches with COCS (chronometer certified) movements from the entry to mid-range?

[@charleshermetix3886]

Tissot is awesome value for money;my seastar looks brand new and i adore it...would love to see you review a Serica,they look amazing,theyre american and they cost $600

[@chrisswatchbox7378]

I loved my Visodate, but I couldn't stand the crystal. It was really reflective/hazy, and I ended up having to sell it. Otherwise, this video makes me miss that piece a lot

[@ericgrace9995]

I think that's more of a problem faced by the black/ blue dial versions. In bright sunlight they can be practically illegible. I own the silver dial version and haven't had any difficulties.

[@chrisswatchbox7378]

@@ericgrace9995 That's been my experience too. I started with the black version but flipped it for a silver version which was significantly better. Still, the haziness bugged me (it's the same issue I faced with my Hamilton Khaki Field that I've reviewed. At some point, I may consider grabbing another Visodate and swapping out the crystal for one with an AR coating.

[@EugeneKee]

The hour and minute hands are too short. On a certain angle the minute and hour hands' length looks the same which is confusing to see the time.

[@fiercekrypton]

Could you take a look at the Tissot heritage small seconds?

[@MrShinobi797]

Hey Ted...I saw that Tissot offers a Quartz piece that's COSC Certified. What's your take on those??

[@jacekcierpiszewski]

Older model looks much better. I had one it was amazing.

[@nikhilkataria3671]

what is the difference between this one and the powermatic 80 version for £20 more?

[@patrickcannady2066]

Powermatic 80 has a slower beating movement at 21600bph which in combination with a beefier mainspring gives it an 80hr power reserve vs the Visodate's 38hrs. Both watches are very good looking, high performing, and inexpensive.

[@Mac10Demarco]

Thinking of either getting a Tissot Visodate or a Hamilton Jazzmaster.

[@tracephoto1823]

Same. After this review, I think I’m going for this exact Tissot. I usually don;t go for light colored dials, but it’s just a beautiful piece and way more readable than the versions with darker dials.

[@fernandojaquez9429]

Hi which one isnyour watch for everyday??

[@prakhartrivedi1788]

Please review the tissot le locle powermatic 80 too....

[@rushikeshbutley7576]

What you think of courtier ?

[@TheHarryb]

Great review. The brand wasn't that top of mind for me, but it certainly is now.

[@gianpakasa]

Day date, for me, always a no go

[@LouisVuittonPrince]

Love my Tissot can’t wait to upgrade to the le locle

[@williamhill7312]

Great video, I think the Hamilton Jazz Master offers a lot more for not much more money

[@alansiller8986]

Do you sell this exact watch in your store ? I can’t find it

[@Garettful1]

The code isnt working. It says not valid for items in cart.. even when the Visodate is in cart.

[@Paulfred]

Damn that 40mm case.

[@BerrySetiawan]

its 28800 bpm?

[@animateangus]

Question, the small metal frame that surrounds the date has fallen out and I have no idea how you get into the watch to gain access. Doesn’t seem to be any pry holes or access points.

[@Nudel-nc1cp]

I wish Tissot to use good, old logo on all of their watches.

[@avasquez94]

This is crazy but it's first time I see this video in particular and today is Monday 25 too and I received the same watch as you as a gift from my wife hahahaha strange things

[@mayorkabul1537]

It must be discontinued I can only find the one without see through back that’s £345

[@jakubpas]

Only downside is original strap. It's low quality and the clamp stucks often

[@danielgillrup9518]

Eh. I think the Max Bill has both more character as well as 38mm for a dress watch for only about $200 more.

[@GainingOne]

Why oh why are the lugs so long?! It's the only thing holding me back from purchasing. Could be a near-perfect watch with a better lug design.