Just purchased this watch, again, because this was my first "real" watch. I had to sell it years ago due to difficult times. Now that my life is on the rebound, I wanted to repurchase this watch and experience all the memories and nostalgia. It really is a beautiful, elegant, and simple design that will ALWAYS be in style. Thank you for the review! Realistically, the price of this watch is well below what it could be... other makers that use the EXACT movement charge 3-5 times the price!! Just because the brand name is different!! 😂
Thanks for review - in depth and great close up shots! I think I'd like to get one! imo one of the best looking dress watches for under 500. Also I like the fact the ETA has a day date and is 26k + beats per hour giving it a smoother second hand sweep.
For the price, you're getting a very well made watch from a brand who's been around since 1853, Tissot pays attention to small details that really set their time pieces apart from other more affordable Swiss brands for me. Plus a lot of thought goes into their packaging.
A very good choice. I think I’m going for black & gold version, but this one is great as well. Thanks for the up close and clear filming. Greetings from Maarten, The Netherlands!
Thanks for watching! According to Tissot's website, the crystal is in fact "Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal" us.tissotshop.com/men-s-automatic-iii-classic-black-automatic-watch-2.html As far as the rear crystal, there is no specific indication one way or another on their site, it only specifies sapphire in regards to crystals. I'm a little reluctant to scratch test my crystal to check.
Hi Walt, thanks for the in-depth review. I bought this as my first ever watch recently (20-something year old here); but the variation with the day at the 12 and date at the 6, and on a black dial. I am not that familiar with watches but i looked online that black dials are sportier vs white dials. Do you think this works on the wrist even in non-dress/non-formal settings? Once again thanks for the review
I picked up another version this Automatic III at Joma Shop I have no display back same movement the main difference is that I have the full day of the week display at 12 o'clock and the day at 6 o'clock my dial is white also and my band is same. I could not resist the purchase at $199. Less than half what I paid for my LeLocal 10 years ago. Update only one issue so far the crown is so shrouded on top it makes it impossible to hand wind.
Do you find the crystal on the Le Loche thin? I’ve been looking at one however a couple times a year I seem to knock my watch on a doorway or wall and wasn’t sure if the Tissot would hold up.
@@j.craigh.3480 I have not had any issue with the Sapphire Crystal on the LeLocle I have owned the watch over 10 years and never babied the watch and would say their are no scratches I can see with the naked eye. The stainless steel case will scratch but small scratches will polish out with Eagle One Never Dull. I would avoid the leather band version or upgrade to an aftermarket band the original band looked OK when new but fell apart and had to be replaced. Overall it is a nice looking watch the engraved back is impressive for a $400/$500 watch. I don't wear it as much as I used to. So I use it more now for special occasions.
Nice dial! I think the white looks real classy. What do you think of the crystal? I know they use sapphire. Has it held up? And will it take the odd knock on a doorway or wall?
TheVinkass I have the exact same watch and have been measuring it with the Watch Tracker app. It consistently is +29spd. I may upgrade to one of Tissot’s COSC watches instead.
@@j78s5sdg +29 seconds per day? That's a lot, maybe it got into some kind of magnetic field or something. I spoke with a watchmaker and he said that up to 15 sec a day is not too bad because some brands(like Seiko) have it written manuals as factory tolerance. Anyway, I was kinda disappointed by precision of automatic watches. Seems like quartz is rational choice these days, while automatic is more emotional.
I certainly think it's appropriate for daily use, but that really depends on your personal style and what you're comfortable with. Because it's not a large dial and the bracelet is relatively restrained, nothing about it is too "flashy". I chose the white dial because at the time, I didn't have a white dial dress style watch. If anything, I would guess the black dial may actually be more legible. Thanks for watching!
With the crown fully pressed in/at rest, rotate it clockwise. You'll feel a sort of textured resistance as the crown rotates, indicating the watch is winding. It is somewhat hard to do on this watch due to the small, lightly textured crown.
I own this. So far it's perfect in dress watches category. The biggest disadvantage is the tiny crown. It almost cannot wind manually because of this.🤐🤏🏻
Zero issues! I should note that this isn't a daily wear watch for me. It's size (small for me) makes it pretty much dress use only in my rotation, maybe once a week.
My most frequently worn is a Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 600 in white dial black bezel on the bracelet, followed by a Frederique Constant Slimline Moonphase Manufacture in white/silver on black leather.
Just got the 2 tone version(steel&gold) of this watch. I cannot stop looking at it. Beautiful watch. Paid $590 after a discount and some added protection plans. Question, because it’s an automatic, how do I or should I stop tapping into the power reserve?
Hey irT, thanks for stopping by. This watch doesn't have a power reserve complication(Extra hand on the dial marking how much working time is left like a fuel gauge), so I'm guessing you're asking if it's ok to wind the watch and when/if you should? The answer to that question is yes it's fine to wind the watch. Often you will wind it after having not worn it for a while to get it working again. I wind till it's ticking again, then another 10 turns or so. Hope that answers the question, if not let me know.
@@TheVinkass It should not be possible to overwind, as automatic winding watches have a clutch mechanism. That being said, you should only need a few winds to get the watch going. After that, wearing it should do the rest.
Im about to get this watch myself and I'm so excited! My only issue however is whether to get it on the metal bracelet or the leather band. Do you think the metal is the way to go? I had a chance to try the leather but not the metal. Great vid btw
Thanks for watching! I personally have always gone for metal bands, with the thought that it's much cheaper to buy a leather(or nato, silicone etc) strap later than to buy the metal bracelet from the manufacturer, and there are many more choices.
Nice review... The box and packaging are more interesting then the watch itself lol..That said, the bracelet is really nice but at 39mm that's a tiny watch.. I don't wear below 47mm myself..
+Rabih Saad It's definitely a more understated design, but that's typical of the dress style. I bought another dress watch that I think you'll find more interesting, planning to post a review Monday. My watch collection ranges in size from 39.7mm to 52mm. This is about as small as I can go, but again appropriate for the style. A 47mm dress watch would look a bit off I'd think. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Ven Madalogdog I assume you are referring to the squared flat plastic background to the Tissot 1853 text at 12 o'clock. If you check the images on Tissot's own website (or other myriad reviews), you'll see that it is the same. That part is not a plastic sticker, it's part of The dial, and the black text is painted/screened onto it. The finish and packaging, as well as the fact that this piece was purchased from an authorized retailer, all suggest that this piece is authentic. Thanks for watching!
Just purchased this watch, again, because this was my first "real" watch. I had to sell it years ago due to difficult times. Now that my life is on the rebound, I wanted to repurchase this watch and experience all the memories and nostalgia. It really is a beautiful, elegant, and simple design that will ALWAYS be in style. Thank you for the review! Realistically, the price of this watch is well below what it could be... other makers that use the EXACT movement charge 3-5 times the price!! Just because the brand name is different!! 😂
Thanks for review - in depth and great close up shots! I think I'd like to get one! imo one of the best looking dress watches for under 500. Also I like the fact the ETA has a day date and is 26k + beats per hour giving it a smoother second hand sweep.
For the price, you're getting a very well made watch from a brand who's been around since 1853, Tissot pays attention to small details that really set their time pieces apart from other more affordable Swiss brands for me. Plus a lot of thought goes into their packaging.
A very good choice. I think I’m going for black & gold version, but this one is great as well. Thanks for the up close and clear filming. Greetings from Maarten, The Netherlands!
How many wind to fully wind it? And how long does it last when fully wind?
Need that lug to lug measurement
what is the power reserve?
Great review!! However I am very sure the rear glass isn’t sapphire but mineral glass. Please guide me if I am wrong!
Thanks for watching! According to Tissot's website, the crystal is in fact "Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal" us.tissotshop.com/men-s-automatic-iii-classic-black-automatic-watch-2.html
As far as the rear crystal, there is no specific indication one way or another on their site, it only specifies sapphire in regards to crystals. I'm a little reluctant to scratch test my crystal to check.
Walt P At this price point it would be generous of them to put a Sapphire Crystal case back!
This model look realyy nice. I already got it. Actually the watch looks beautiful
Hi Walt, thanks for the in-depth review. I bought this as my first ever watch recently (20-something year old here); but the variation with the day at the 12 and date at the 6, and on a black dial.
I am not that familiar with watches but i looked online that black dials are sportier vs white dials. Do you think this works on the wrist even in non-dress/non-formal settings? Once again thanks for the review
Is the sapphire with AR coated?
I picked up another version this Automatic III at Joma Shop I have no display back same movement the main difference is that I have the full day of the week display at 12 o'clock and the day at 6 o'clock my dial is white also and my band is same. I could not resist the purchase at $199. Less than half what I paid for my LeLocal 10 years ago. Update only one issue so far the crown is so shrouded on top it makes it impossible to hand wind.
I got the exact same deal as well. It looks good on the bracelet but looks great on brown leather. Cheers.
@@acbon6833I may try a leather band as well the only issue so far for me with this watch is the top shrouded crown is impossible to manually wind.
Do you find the crystal on the Le Loche thin? I’ve been looking at one however a couple times a year I seem to knock my watch on a doorway or wall and wasn’t sure if the Tissot would hold up.
@@j.craigh.3480 I have not had any issue with the Sapphire Crystal on the LeLocle I have owned the watch over 10 years and never babied the watch and would say their are no scratches I can see with the naked eye. The stainless steel case will scratch but small scratches will polish out with Eagle One Never Dull. I would avoid the leather band version or upgrade to an aftermarket band the original band looked OK when new but fell apart and had to be replaced. Overall it is a nice looking watch the engraved back is impressive for a $400/$500 watch. I don't wear it as much as I used to. So I use it more now for special occasions.
@@robc8468 thanks. I appreciate your response.
Is the crown hard to operate? It seems the crown guards are quite on the way on top to allow for free turning.
The crown is rather small and does make hand winding a little difficult. It's certainly not impossible though.
Do you Know the lug Go lug Measures ?
thanks. i think i've come to the conclusion that ill go for this instead of the seiko presage
nice review. what is the lug to lug measurement?
So many of these "Reviewers" forget to give Us the Lug-to-Lug Measurement. It's the MOST Important to know about a Watch!
Great everyday watch. Good review however the rear glass isn’t sapphire.
Nice dial! I think the white looks real classy.
What do you think of the crystal?
I know they use sapphire.
Has it held up?
And will it take the odd knock on a doorway or wall?
Yeah, I can confirm they can take a good amount of pounding
This or the Visodate?
What about precision of this movement, I have the same watch and it gains about 7 to 12 seconds a day. Do you know how percise your watch is?
TheVinkass I have the exact same watch and have been measuring it with the Watch Tracker app. It consistently is +29spd. I may upgrade to one of Tissot’s COSC watches instead.
@@j78s5sdg +29 seconds per day? That's a lot, maybe it got into some kind of magnetic field or something.
I spoke with a watchmaker and he said that up to 15 sec a day is not too bad because some brands(like Seiko) have it written manuals as factory tolerance.
Anyway, I was kinda disappointed by precision of automatic watches. Seems like quartz is rational choice these days, while automatic is more emotional.
Would this be suitable as a daily wear or is it too dressy? Also, is there a reason you went for the white and not the black one? Is it more legible?
I certainly think it's appropriate for daily use, but that really depends on your personal style and what you're comfortable with. Because it's not a large dial and the bracelet is relatively restrained, nothing about it is too "flashy". I chose the white dial because at the time, I didn't have a white dial dress style watch. If anything, I would guess the black dial may actually be more legible.
Thanks for watching!
Walt P thanks for the quick reply. That helps.
@@EsVee650 have u seen the gold n steel one in person does it look tacky?
How do you manually wind the watch?
With the crown fully pressed in/at rest, rotate it clockwise. You'll feel a sort of textured resistance as the crown rotates, indicating the watch is winding. It is somewhat hard to do on this watch due to the small, lightly textured crown.
I own this. So far it's perfect in dress watches category. The biggest disadvantage is the tiny crown. It almost cannot wind manually because of this.🤐🤏🏻
That crown is a pain lol. Glad you're enjoying it though and thanks for watching!
@@EsVee650 Yes..Concerning to the crown problem, Hamilton Khaki King is my alternative choice. I rather have that...😬
@Oktay K My version is close back and top Daydate.
How is this watch holding up after 3 years of using? :)
Zero issues! I should note that this isn't a daily wear watch for me. It's size (small for me) makes it pretty much dress use only in my rotation, maybe once a week.
@@EsVee650 I heard that ETA2836 is a great movement despite it has been in the market for quite a long time. What is your daily watch?
My most frequently worn is a Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 600 in white dial black bezel on the bracelet, followed by a Frederique Constant Slimline Moonphase Manufacture in white/silver on black leather.
What movement -caliber wear ?
ETA 2836-2
Just got the 2 tone version(steel&gold) of this watch. I cannot stop looking at it. Beautiful watch. Paid $590 after a discount and some added protection plans. Question, because it’s an automatic, how do I or should I stop tapping into the power reserve?
Hey irT, thanks for stopping by. This watch doesn't have a power reserve complication(Extra hand on the dial marking how much working time is left like a fuel gauge), so I'm guessing you're asking if it's ok to wind the watch and when/if you should? The answer to that question is yes it's fine to wind the watch. Often you will wind it after having not worn it for a while to get it working again. I wind till it's ticking again, then another 10 turns or so. Hope that answers the question, if not let me know.
@@EsVee650 can you overwind it, I mean turn the crown too many times and possibly damage something?
@@TheVinkass It should not be possible to overwind, as automatic winding watches have a clutch mechanism. That being said, you should only need a few winds to get the watch going. After that, wearing it should do the rest.
Im about to get this watch myself and I'm so excited! My only issue however is whether to get it on the metal bracelet or the leather band. Do you think the metal is the way to go? I had a chance to try the leather but not the metal. Great vid btw
Thanks for watching! I personally have always gone for metal bands, with the thought that it's much cheaper to buy a leather(or nato, silicone etc) strap later than to buy the metal bracelet from the manufacturer, and there are many more choices.
What is the diameter
39.7mm. I usually have the specs posted in the description on my videos for more info!
What is the price I am looking at ? In the automatic 3 series ?
I was buy this one yesterday, and i have the different box
Perfection
The 'TISSOT 1853' and 'AUTOMATIC' seem to written on pieces of paper and stuck on with glue.
Love the auto iii. Got the black version and have reviewed on my channel check it out if you are interested.
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Nice review...
The box and packaging are more interesting then the watch itself lol..That said, the bracelet is really nice but at 39mm that's a tiny watch..
I don't wear below 47mm myself..
+Rabih Saad It's definitely a more understated design, but that's typical of the dress style. I bought another dress watch that I think you'll find more interesting, planning to post a review Monday. My watch collection ranges in size from 39.7mm to 52mm. This is about as small as I can go, but again appropriate for the style. A 47mm dress watch would look a bit off I'd think. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Nice watch dont like the bracelet
i'm guessing this is fake, the logo on the dial seems like a sticker that was pasted.
Ven Madalogdog I assume you are referring to the squared flat plastic background to the Tissot 1853 text at 12 o'clock. If you check the images on Tissot's own website (or other myriad reviews), you'll see that it is the same. That part is not a plastic sticker, it's part of The dial, and the black text is painted/screened onto it. The finish and packaging, as well as the fact that this piece was purchased from an authorized retailer, all suggest that this piece is authentic. Thanks for watching!
Walt P sorry the misconcepction. peace bro. 😉
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