In this blog we usually write about special limited editions or new collections, but sometimes there is – without much publicity or fanfare – a watch on our table that we are immediately enthusiastic about. The Tissot PRX 40 is such a watch.
In the watch world you see roughly two important trends; On the one hand an increasingly important emphasis on technical gadgets and ‘smart’. On the other hand, many respectable watch brands grab their rich history and provide proven success watches a modern makeover.
Tissot also dived into its own archives and has launched the popular PRX the twenty -first century with a stylish reinterpretation.
Strikingly modern
With a reinterpretation of an existing watch there is always the risk that it is only suitable for lovers of retro design. But that is not the case with the PRX 40! The watch looks sleek, minimalist and modern, without compromising the original.
Based on the Tissot Seastar from 1978
The PRX 40 is based on the iconic Seastar watch from 1978. At that time, sporty watches with integrated steel tire were very popular. And that is the most important visual characteristic of the PRX 40.
The contours of the cupboard run directly in the watch band, without excellent cupboard legs. This makes the tire look like a whole with the cupboard and is very flexible. The wearing comfort of this new tire is therefore high. Even if it is shortened.
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The other characteristics of the new Tissot PRX 40
The PRX 40 205 is a contemporary interpretation with still the same characteristics as its predecessor, but now more sophisticated, more pronounced and with a high level of finish. The name PRX stands for precision, robustness and the Roman numeral X for 10 bar water resistance.
The watch case has a diameter of 40 mm and is 10.5 mm thick. The cabinet is lightly barrel -shaped and has a smooth, round glass edge. The steel cupboard has a vertically brushed finish with shiny polished inside sides. This finish gives the watch a sturdy, industrial look, but at the same time feels comfortable on the skin.
The watch is available with a beautiful blue or black ‘Sunray’ dial or a silver vertically brushed dial that further reinforces that illusion of a one -piece watch.
The luminous hands of the PRX 40 205 are mounted very flat. This allows the dial to be placed closer to the glass, making it appear that it will be on the surface. Because of this optical effect, the watch case seems even slimmer and more elegant. The watch therefore fits both a sporty and a business look.
Now only Quartz, soon also automatic
Later this year, Tissot will also release a version of the PRX with automatic timepiece. That watch contains a Swiss Made PowerMatic hours from Tissot with a tick frequency of 3 Hz and a power reserve for up to 80 hours.
We naturally keep an eye on all developments. Follow this blog and stay informed.
