Tissot Seastar Long Term Review

[@gaius_marius]

I got lucky. My Powermatic 80 loses around 2 seconds a day and I wear it 24/7. They're fantastic movements for the price.

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

I agree, they definitely punch way above their price point!

[@borisi6342]

The watch is gorgeous. No trouble seeing in the sun, I swimmed with it in twi seas this year :)

[@timargabor6853]

Great vid! You hit my favorite feature: THE DIAL. You're right, it's beautiful. I will buy it, if I find a good deal. But now I'm hesitating between Tissot Seastar and Seiko Samurai Save The Ocean...

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

Thank you so much! You won't be disappointed with the Tissot. I've had it for two years now and I still love it!

[@31hallite]

I have the seastar 2000, love it

[@fungus70]

It's a very attractive watch. Love the Powermatic 80 movement. It's super accurate.

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

Agreed!

[@andybroer651]

Thanks! I just bought one myself!

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

Awesome!

[@jkyle0816]

Had mine for 2 years and only problem for me was the crown. Of all my watches, it's the only one where the crown keeps being stripped so that I can't screw it down anymore. I've had to replace the crown three times now. Nonetheless, it's gorgeous and despite my experience, it's still my most complimented watch (I got the blue on blue).

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

Wow, I'm sorry you had that many problems with the crown. The funny thing is I thought the crown and winding action of it was one of the best out of all my watches, including watches that are more expensive in my collection. I've been fortunate not to have any problems with it. It's definitely a killer dive watch, and I absolutely love it. Hope you have better luck with yours in the future, thanks for tuning in!

[@--RSL--]

Are you immediately rotating it clockwise or seating it counterclockwise first? Always go counter first to seat the threads then clockwise

[@samuelkim2611]

Very good review !!! Thanks !!!

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

Thank you!

[@peterlaurence-couzens8913]

Like the strap, but prefer the previous model with the higher beat movement, and more legible bezel, nicer hands etc. Ymmv of course.

[@luisme20]

I've just bought the one with the mesh bracelet!

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

It looks great on the mesh bracelet! Congrats!

[@gauravkhare9586]

Nice video bro. I was thinking of buying the all black colour in the same model but I'm afraid of the durability of the black pvd coating. What do you think, how long could it last if used daily ?

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

I am honestly not sure. I've never owned a black PVD coated watch until recently with my islander watch, so I can't speak of long term durability. What I can say is that Tissot in general makes really good, reliable watches that last a long time. Hope that helps!

[@gauravkhare9586]

@@chriswatchreviews4752 Thanks buddy

[@michaelgialogo7568]

If this one has a 39 or 37 variant, i think it would be one of the most popular watch. LoL had to tweak the comment. Great long term review!

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

Yea, a 40mm diver from Tissot would be killer! I think they should release a heritage Seastar, would sell like hotcakes!

[@michaelgialogo7568]

@@chriswatchreviews4752 amen! Wonder why 42 or 43 seems to be the norm nowadays. *sigh i dont have a small wrist but overhang really kills the buzz sometimes

[@reyrijasan2454]

which one is better Tissot T-Sport Seastar 1000 Powermatic 80 Blue Dial Black Rubber or Seiko Prospex SPB125J1 Automatic Black Series? and what is the price of the items

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

Hi! Unfortunately, I have no experience with the Seiko you mentioned. As a brand, I am not a huge fan of Seiko due to some of their quality control issues. I would much prefer to purchase watches from Tissot or even Citizen before Seiko, but thats just my opinion.

[@VishakhRanjan]

Do we have to wind it manually or is it an automatic watch?

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

It is an automatic, but it can be hand wound as well

[@thuanquach4627]

Toi muon mua dong ho tisot nay tai viet nam cho nao ban à?

[@duchoannguyen6146]

Đại lí uỷ quyền chính hãng Duy Anh

[@achint97]

I am highly confused between this watch and tissot gentle man . What would u suggest .

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

The seastar is a dive watch, the Gentleman is an everyday watch. It depends on what your tastes are

[@xavichanda2]

What is the rotating feature on the bezel ? How does this work ? Is SILICIUM a better option ?

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

Silicium on the new Tissot Seastars is a better option, mostly because a Silicon balance spring has better shock resistance as well as resistance to magnetism. The rotating bezel is supposed to act as a timing device if you are compression diving, but I've never used it, so unfortunately there isn't much more info I can give you there.

[@davejarvis5279]

Paint hasn't faded its been rubbed off unless you've wore it everyday with your wrists facing the sun

[@VishakhRanjan]

Any other good looking reputed watch you would recommend?

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

In this price category, probably a Certina Action Diver or Baltic Aquascaphe

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

In this price category, probably a Certina Action Diver or Baltic Aquascaphe

[@rdfvl]

Nice review, what about the lume? Does it last all night?

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

Hi Rod! Nah, the lume isn't great. It gets the job done overall, but it isn't as good as say, a Seiko SKX or Orient Kamasu. Thanks!

[@kevinbruyne]

Is the strap changeable?

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

It is, but its a 21mm lug width, so strap options are limited. I actually just purchased a Milanese for this watch, that I am still waiting for. Hoping to class it up a bit. Thanks!

[@kevinbruyne]

@@chriswatchreviews4752 that's exactly the strap I was wishing to purchase too haha. Thanks for the info

[@kevinbruyne]

If you can, would be great if you did a tutorial on changing it

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

@@kevinbruyne not a bad idea!

[@samborolossi]

Great video thank u . Could u please make a review on solar expert ll ? Thank u .

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

As of now I don't have that watch in my collection. I typically review watches that have been in my collection or passed through it at some point. If I get my hands on one, you can be sure that there will be a future review. Thanks for tuning in!

[@ProjectmindsetTV]

Can we replace the rubber/silicon strap on this?

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

Absolutely! I removed the rubber strap this past summer and put it on a Milanese bracelet. Do be advised though that the lug width is 21mm, so strap options aren't as readily available. Thanks!

[@steveyoung101]

A bit like the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe.

[@thuanquach4627]

Dong ho nay mua tai viet nam cho nao ban

[@DjArie09]

I have a question

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

Sure, what is it?

[@DjArie09]

@@chriswatchreviews4752 Thanks for replying. Can the straps be changed? I want the Green dial but it's only available in steel strap and not in rubber.

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

@@DjArie09 absolutley. The only problem is that the lug width is 21mm, which can be limiting with strap options. I have had mine on a steel mesh bracelet as well as a silicone rubber strap from Barton Straps. There are options out there

[@DjArie09]

@@chriswatchreviews4752 Perfect! I appreciate the response, thank you.

[@njphil3]

Hi what is the model number

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

Hi Philip! Its the reference #T1204071704100. Currently $640 on Amazon, but I have the older model, the new one has an upgraded ceramic bezel. its harder the find the one I have nowadays because of the newer models

[@njphil3]

@@chriswatchreviews4752 thanks for responding. I love this watch. I really want the older one that you have but can’t find one. I’ll probably save up and get the newer version

[@jaypaladin-havesmartswilll5508]

I want to buy this watch but Tissot screwed up with that silver numbering and markings on the bezel. You can't see the darn numbers with light shining on the watch. I don't know why Tissot will not correct this idiocy bezel design.

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

I agree with you. As much as I love the fact that the bezel is made out of ceramic, they did a lousy job with the visibility of the numerals

[@fungus70]

It's to make it blingy 😅

[@EthosAtheos]

I think Tissot assumed the people buying a watch like this wanted the shine black on the bezel. I doubt they think anyone uses it as a timer. I'm not making fun of it mind you I have one and it looks awesome, but yeah you have to get the angle right to read it. I will say mine is a silver faced one and it is easier to read the bright face than the darker ones.

[@colddeadhands7202]

Yes, the shiny bezel only detracts from the cool blue dial.

[@David.Horne72]

This would be good to have if your lost in the Amazon Jungle, and you need to get the attention of search planes

[@sauravsarker9945]

Is the movement repairable....I mean is it a watch which we can keep for long time like 10 20 years?

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

Absolutely. This isn't like the movements in the Swissmatic. These are ETA movements, which can be serviced and kept for many years

[@sauravsarker9945]

I was also looking for the Tissot V8 swissmatic (tissot v8 t106.407.16.051.00) too.... So In simple terms, I should go for this one as the V8 cannot be repaired right?

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

@@sauravsarker9945 that is correct, to my understanding. Those Swissmatic, Sistem51 based movements are hermetically sealed and cannot be serviced. They are still good movements, especially for the price, I used to have one myself but I sold it. But the ETA movements definitely last longer and can be serviced

[@sauravsarker9945]

Actually I am kind of confused for which one I should go....the V8 or the Seamaster......I am a newbie collector.....I previously own a Casio Edifice, a Seiko proxpex turtle SRPE03, a Movado and now I am looking for a Tissot......

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

@@sauravsarker9945 if you want my opinion, I would go with the Seastar. It has much more long term value if that is something that is important. They are both good, but me personally, I prefer the Seastar

[@philipdepasquale414]

i AM SEEING THE WATCH FOR 500 TO 1000....WHAT ARE THE DIFFRENCES

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

Tissot has launched some newer models. The newest ones have 500m water resistance, as well as updated ceramic bezels. There are also 36mm quartz versions too. The older model I have is still trending at around 500 USD

[@thuanquach4627]

Toi muon mua dong ho nay

[@grandsite]

Silicium is accurate to one sec a day, got one and is so accurate, wear it for at least 16 hrs a day. 6 sec is strange. take it to a Tissot dealer.

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

This is the older Tissot seastar that doesn't utilize the Silicium balance spring. Overall I have been happy with the accuracy. Was thinking about picking up the Tissot Gentleman that does have that particular movement to see how it compares.

[@grandsite]

@@chriswatchreviews4752 Yes the Silicium that I got this year is so accurate, mine as I said -1 a day or sometimes exact on time.

[@--RSL--]

They're @ about $650 now.

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

Check Jomashop, they might be cheaper there if they have them in stock, or watchmaxx.com, they might have them as well

[@willemralfsen8273]

475... in eu it costs 800 eu. Ripped off here

[@chriswatchreviews4752]

Whoa....that is a ripoff. Try Jomashop.com, they might have it for less

[@Alliwantedwasapepsi]

That sweep doesn't look very smooth. Less so than my Seiko 4r.

[@glennbeadshaw727]

You're dragging the face of that watch all over your unprotected tabletop and consistently smashing the crown on end are you some kind of amateur?