The Tissot PRX 40 Powermatic 80 with Gradient Dials or in Full Solid Carbon

One of many Swiss watch trade’s principal successes from latest years, and Tissot‘s star assortment, the PRX vary has develop into a real hit since its inaugural launch in 2021. Since then, this assortment has been drastically enlarged to supply extra actions, extra colors, extra supplies, extra straps and extra dimensions. Whereas we thought the mint inexperienced or ice blue editions would fulfil our wants for funky colors, the Tissot PRX is again this yr with unique gradient dials. And that’s not all, as Tissot additionally releases an surprising, higher-end model with daring seems to be, the PRX Solid Carbon. 

In solely 3 years, the Tissot PRX has develop into a stable assortment with a number of variations to select from. First, it’s accessible in two sizes – 40mm and 35mm – with a selection of an computerized motion (Powermatic 80) or a quartz motion. As well as, there’s additionally the PRX Automated Chronograph with a 42mm case. To make issues much more full, the PRX is available in a variety of colors – silver, black and blue because the basic, but additionally darkish inexperienced, ice blue and mint inexperienced. There’s additionally the choice of a full gold-coloured model in each 35mm and 40mm. The model additionally introduced extra luxurious variations with a fluted gold bezel in addition to a few particular editions, one with NBA Star Damian Lillard and one impressed by the Grendizer/Goldorak comedian. And straps are additionally accessible to interchange the basic built-in metal bracelet, both in leather-based or rubber. Now that’s a fairly full assortment…

Effectively, not massive sufficient based on Tissot, which introduces a number of new references this September. Not lined right here, the PRX 35mm Quartz can be accessible with a pink or a mother-of-pearl dial. Then come what you’ll uncover right here; a full solid carbon mannequin and a duo of unique gradient dial variations.

The Tissot PRX 40 Powermatic 80 Gradient

What we’re right here with the brand new PRX 40 Gradient Dials is nothing new, no less than technically talking. So let’s shortly refresh our recollections with the specs. These new fashions are primarily based on the basic Tissot PRX 40 Powermatic 80, which means the big dimension with computerized motion, because the mannequin was when it was first launched in 2021. This implies a trendy built-in design impressed by the late Seventies (and modelled after a historic mannequin of the model), with a classy sporty-chic vibe, a 40mm diameter for the metal case, a raised bezel framing a sapphire crystal and an approximate 11mm thickness. Water-resistance is rated at 100m, the caseback has a see-through crystal and the size of the case is measured at 44mm with out the fastened first hyperlink of the bracelet, or about 51mm together with it (therefore why the 35mm can be possibility for males).

Contained in the case is the now-classic entry-level Powermatic 80, Swatch Group’s upgrades over the tried-and-tested ETA 2824. This computerized motion advantages from a redesigned kinetic chain with a extra highly effective barrel and a slower frequency of 3Hz, leading to an 80h energy reserve. In the identical vein, the hairspring has been up to date to Nivachron, including anti-magnetic properties to this motion. Whereas rubber straps might be retrofitted as an possibility, these two PRX 40 Gradient Dial editions are delivered on the single-link built-in metal bracelet, closed by a hid folding clasp and geared up with quick-release spring bars.

The actual deal this yr are the dials, with a gradient (dégradé) impact. Most of those smoked/gradient dial normally have a dégradé impact ranging from the centre of the dial after which darkening up in the direction of the periphery. Tissot has determined to go daring and unique, with a 12-to-6 horizontal gradient impact, over the basic stamped waffle PRX dial. Two editions can be found, one evolving from ice-blue to mid-blue, the opposite one transitioning from black to metallic blue. Enjoyable and completely different, these dials may not be to everybody’s tastes however simply come along with all basic colors. The value stays the identical as stable dials, which means EUR 775 or CHF 685.

Fast details: 40mm x 10.9mm – 44mm size (excl. first hyperlink) – chrome steel case, sapphire crystal, see-through again, 100m water resistant – waffle-like dial with horizontal gradient impact (light-to-mid-blue or black-to-blue) – Powermatic 80, computerized, Nivachron hairspring, 80h energy reserve, 3Hz frequency – chrome steel bracelet, folding clasp, fast launch – T137.407.11.351.01 (ice blue gradient) – T137.407.11.051.01 (black-blue gradient) – EUR 775

The Tissot PRX 40 Powermatic 80 Solid Carbon

A way more fashionable model, someway an announcement piece for the gathering, Tissot additionally releases an surprising variant of the PRX in Solid Carbon – a primary for the gathering, which has at all times been targeted round metal. This materials isn’t new to Tissot, which used it in its Sideral assortment, besides that right here Tissot retains issues monochromatic, with out inclusions of colors just like the Sideral.

This light-weight and textured materials, with its anthracite-to-black color, is used for each the case and the dial, making every watch completely different because of its random sample. Some minor evolutions to be famous on the case; a thickness of 11.2mm, a darkened metal again and a black coated crown. For the remainder, the size and specs are equivalent to the metal variations. As for the dial, Tissot additionally updates the date disc with a black background and white numerals. Lastly, this PRX Solid Carbon is worn on a black rubber strap solely.

Contained in the case, and whereas the bottom is the well-known Powermatic 80 once more, Tissot has determined to up the sport with its “Si” model of the motion, fitted with a silicon hairspring – similar to the Gentleman assortment. The motion retains its 3Hz frequency and 80h energy reserve, however will supply much more stability and resistance to magnetism.

Fast details: 40mm x 11.2mm – 44mm size (excl. first hyperlink) – solid carbon case, sapphire crystal, blackened metal see-through again, 100m water resistant – solid carbon dial, black date disc – Powermatic 80 Si, computerized, Silicon hairspring, 80h energy reserve, 3Hz frequency – black textured rubber strap with pin buckle, fast launch –  T137.907.97.201.00 – CHF 965

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