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Timex Legacy vs Timex T80

Side-by-side comparison of specifications and features

Timex Legacy — Blue dial, steel case
TimexLegacy
Timex T80 — Silver dial, steel case
TimexT80

Key Differences

Best Value
Timex T80 (Small)
Starting from $61
Best Water Resistance
Timex Legacy (34mm)
50m (2x more)
Slimmest
Timex Legacy (34mm)
9mm thick
Biggest Price Drop
Timex T80 (Small)
-16.6% in 30 days

See Both Watches on Your Wrist

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Medium (6.7″)

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Timex T80

Balanced
10:09
Rectangular / tank · 34mm · 43mm lug-to-lug

Optimal proportions for most wrists

Case: 34mmLug-to-lug: 43mmLug width: 18mmThickness: 10mm
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Proportional guide only: wrist shape, strap articulation, bezel design, and case curvature change how a watch actually wears. Non-round silhouettes use a verified family shape and catalog dimensions where available; missing case height or width is estimated from a conservative family aspect ratio.

Price Comparison

Timex Legacy
MSRP
$159
New
$131
Used
$76
Timex T80
MSRP
$69
New
$61
Used
$28
MSRP New (Amazon) Used (eBay)

Side-by-Side Specs

Start with the specifications that meaningfully differ. Expand the complete table for reference details and missing-data context.

Specification differences for Timex Legacy, Timex T80
Specification
Legacy
T80
Pricing
MSRPT80 is $90 less at MSRP$159$69
New PriceT80 is $70.2 less based on the current snapshot$131$61
Used Price (Low)T80 is $47.8 less at the low end$76$28
Used Price (High)$250$115
30-Day Trend-3.0%-16.6%
Used Price Range$76 - $250$28 - $115
Identity
StyleCasual, SportsDigital, Casual, Vintage
Dimensions
ThicknessLegacy is 1mm thinner9mm10mm
WeightT80 is 52.2g lighter99g46.83g
Lug Width16mm18mm
Lug to Lug40mm43mm
Case
CrystalMineral CrystalAcrylic
Water ResistanceLegacy adds 20m water resistance50m (swimming)30m (splash resistant)
Dial
Dial ColorBlueSilver
LuminousLegacy includes luminous markers IncludedNot included
4 specifications both watches share
Diameter34mm
MovementQuartz
Case MaterialStainless Steel
BezelFixed

Which Should You Buy?

Timex Legacy and Timex T80 can overlap on price or use case, but the buying decision usually comes down to wrist presence versus easier fit, casual character versus digital versatility, entry price versus premium finishing or specs. Treat it as a value-versus-upgrade decision — confirm the extra spend solves a problem you will notice every week.

Bottom line

Water resistance is a meaningful separator here — the higher-rated option gives more flexibility for swimming or rougher daily use. Choose Timex Legacy if you are specifically shopping for a casual style watch; choose Timex T80 if you are specifically shopping for a digital style watch.

Choose Timex Legacy when

Timex Legacy is a better fit for low-maintenance daily wear, casual styling.

Choose Timex T80 when

Timex T80 is a better fit for low-maintenance daily wear, digital styling.

Key Differences

Movement and upkeep

Timex Legacy: quartz movement

Timex T80: quartz movement

Both use the same movement type, so maintenance differences are limited and fit or feature details should decide the purchase.

Size and wearability

Timex Legacy: 34mm · L2L 40mm · 99g

Timex T80: 34mm · L2L 43mm · 46.83g

Fit is a real separator here — compare case width and lug-to-lug before deciding, especially if wrist comfort matters more than headline features.

Water resistance

Timex Legacy: 50m

Timex T80: 30m

Water resistance is a meaningful separator here — the higher-rated option gives more flexibility for swimming or rougher daily use.

Price and value

Timex Legacy: $131

Timex T80: $61

There is a real price gap here — treat the more expensive option as an upgrade decision and confirm whether the extra spend buys something you will notice in weekly use.

Style and use case

Timex Legacy: casual

Timex T80: digital

Timex Legacy leans more casual, while Timex T80 pulls toward digital use case — pick the one that matches how you will actually wear it.

Crystal and materials

Timex Legacy: mineral crystal · steel

Timex T80: acrylic crystal · steel

Crystal choice can change long-term wear expectations — one may prioritize scratch resistance while the other keeps cost or vintage feel in check.

Choose Timex Legacy If...

  • You are specifically shopping for a casual style watch.
  • You are comfortable paying more for a stronger feature set.

Choose Timex T80 If...

  • You are specifically shopping for a digital style watch.
  • You want the lower current entry price.

Price and Value Notes

Timex T80 is often the value play at current pricing, while Timex Legacy makes more sense if you will use its extra features regularly.

There is a real price gap here — treat the more expensive option as an upgrade decision and confirm whether the extra spend buys something you will notice in weekly use.

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Timex Legacy

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Timex T80

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Comparison FAQ

Which one is better for smaller wrists?

Timex Legacy — it is 40mm lug-to-lug versus 43mm, and lug-to-lug is what decides whether a watch overhangs a smaller wrist.

Which is better for swimming or rough daily wear?

Timex Legacy — it is rated 50m versus 30m. Both are in the same broad bracket, so treat this as a tiebreaker rather than a deciding factor.

Is the more expensive one worth it?

Timex T80 is the value pick at roughly $70 less. Pay more only if a specific difference above matters to you — otherwise the cheaper one is the smarter buy. Confirm live listings, since marketplace pricing moves.

Evidence & Method

How we compared these watches

No WatchCompared hands-on test claimed
  • Catalog specifications are normalized into the same units before differences are calculated.
  • The verdict uses only populated fields and the source-backed observations listed here.
  • Missing evidence reduces the depth of the conclusion instead of being filled with assumptions.

This page currently relies on normalized catalog fields and calculated differences. No external reviewer observation is used in its verdict.

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