Is the Pontos Day Date a good first Swiss automatic?

Yes, if you want day-date practicality and sapphire in a steel case. It is heavier and less recognized than entry rivals, so try it on first.

What is the difference between the 40mm and 43mm versions?

Mainly case size and wrist presence; the movement and day-date layout are the same. Smaller wrists suit the 40mm, larger wrists the 41–43mm.

It is rated to 100m, which covers swimming and showering. Avoid pressing pushers on chronograph versions underwater.

Yes, a chronograph module adds parts and labor at service time. A plain day-date is simpler and cheaper to maintain.

It offers similar Swiss automatic specs and finishing, but Tudor and Longines hold value better and are more widely serviced.

At Jomashop.com, for $799.00, 50% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

9 stores we checked sell it, including Rue La La, Jomashop.com, Watches And Beyond, Majesty Jewelers, The Solist.

$799.00at Jomashop.comChecked 5 h ago

50% under what the other stores charge

Compared across 9 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.