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What could be improved?
Thinking of areas where the PRX could be improved is a difficult task. I want to stress again for a watch costing €745 it is genuinely pretty close to being perfect.
The next few points are minor, and are personal to me. And I’m having my work cut out to be critical.
1. Case size
My first wish is for a version with a 36-38mm case size. As I mentioned above, this is me being picky and it’s very much an individual want given my wrist size. Yes, I understand that they released a 35mm version in 2022, and I am sure that they will end up releasing an automatic 35mm version. I am also sure that it will open the door for many buyers that did not buy the 40mm because it was too large.
However, a 5mm case size difference between what is on sale currently is slightly too much. With the success of the range, if Tissot really wanted to make the model for everyone, it would emulate what Tudor did with the Black Bay range – a 32mm, 36mm and the current 40mm – or something similar.
2. Lume
Do I ever rely on watch lume? No. Do I find it a cool addition when I look at my wrist and catch the indices glowing? Yes.
The PRX does feature applied indices that are long, thin and are filled with lume. This is also the case for the hands. Even with purposefully charging up the lume to try and see how the watch performs, it is on the weak side. The hands are slightly better given they are thicker, but the indices are barely visible.
There are two ways to fix this. Firstly, apply more lume. Obvious, but it could come at a cost of making the indices larger which may change the elegance of the dial. Or secondly, remove the lume from the indices, keep it on the hands, and own the decision for it to be this way. It is neither here nor there at the moment, but could be addressed.
3. Strap options
My final wish for the future of the PRX is more strap options. The PRX does feature a quick release mechanism for the bracelet, and it has been a part of the model since release in 2020. Recently Tissot has released a couple of leather strap options, which is a start, but there is no clear method for purchasing one online.
Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 leather strap
I feel like they are missing a trick here. It would not be hard to add more strap colors to the lineup, a rubber version as well, all available to purchase separately. Maybe it doesn’t need to go this far, but you could view the PRX as the Apple Watch for Swiss watches. A solid watch, versatile, accessible, but customizable for all styles. Each year a few new colors could be released so you can keep changing your vibe, and Tissot could be selling them for £50 each.
You can thank me later Tissot!
Update: in march 2023 Tissot released a rubber strap.
Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 rubber strap and buckle
Conclusion
If you made it this far, it’s not hard to see that I love this watch. It has been one of the most pleasantly surprising purchases I have made across any watch category.
Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 on the wrist
I was expecting a watch with good style, which is obvious from the photos, but I was not expecting such a well-made, comfortable daily wear. Yes, there are areas for improvement that I find for future updates, but for the price you would be hard-pressed to find anything that can beat it.
For more information, please visit www.tissotwatches.com/en-en/t1374071105100.html
Quick facts: Tissot PRX Powermatic 80
Indications: hours, minutes, seconds and date
Case: stainless steel, brushed with polished accents, polished stainless steel bezel, sapphire crystal dial side, display caseback
Dimensions: : 35mm diameter x 11.3mm height
Dial: black, blue, green or white mother-of-pearl dial, waffle tapisserie pattern (embossed), applied indices and hands with Super-LumiNova
Movement: Tissot Powermatic 80 (upgraded ETA 2824-2), automatic winding, 23 jewels, 25.60mm, 3 Hz/21,600 bph, Nivachron non-magnetic hairspring
Power reserve: 80 hours
Water resistance: 100 meters
Bracelet: integrated stainless steel bracelet with triple folding clasp – brushed with polished details
Price: €745
You can read more articles by Raman Kalra at www.thewatchmuse.com.
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