Tissot - History, Models and Owners' Reviews

Bitten by the fashion for integrated bracelets and by the vintage of the 70s, I started looking for a Tissot PR 516 (we know very well because of whom on this platform). On the other hand, I was a little put off by the small announced diameter of 33mm of the watch. During my research I turned to the GL ranges (grand Luxe) whose diameter is larger (36mm) and which offers indexes arranged on a levitating insert above the dial. This very original device gives depth to the dial. And then I come across this PR 526 GL which is the iteration of the 516 from the end of the second half of the 70s from what I read here and there. Compared to its elder, the 526 benefits from a chamfer on the indexes which makes it a little more chic than sporty (subtle). There are also a few more finishing constraints on the dial. This is what attracted me to this model: the blue-green dial, the orange hand and the cosmetic condition of the watch in general. However, I have a small question mark for this dial whose logo is simply printed and not applied, as well as the absence of an insert around the date and day windows... I don't think it's a fake but perhaps a way to save money during the quartz crisis. I don't know. The three-link bracelet gives it a muscular look and brings a nice presence to the wrist. As for the mechanism, nothing to complain about; Tissot caliber 2940 (Omega 1022 base) very well adjusted. An original, affordable watch from a historic watch brand that has its place in the pantheon of chic sports watches alongside the giants that are the Royal Oak or the Nautilus.

I was hesitating between the PRX Powermatic 35 and 40mm, when suddenly, he crossed the entire universe as fast as the speed of light... And yes, it's him, Goldorak, or rather his Japanese name: Gurandaiza, although he's much better known in France and Italy than in Japan. No more hesitation, this was the model I needed. Although it wasn't a limited edition, the watch quickly became unavailable on the Tissot website, fortunately a well-known AD was about to receive one. I thank him. Note that it is now available again on the official website. As you can see, this is more of a child's whim than a horological grail, but still, without dwelling on its characteristics, which it shares with the automatic PRXs that never left Earth, it's a nice watch with an 80-hour power reserve, very precise (about 30 seconds ahead per month), a strap that's comfortable to wear and very easy to change. I also bought a rubber strap, which I find better matches the regressive side of the watch. As for the "UFO ROBO GURANDAIZĀ" itself, I appreciate the absence of a date (Goldorak often gets the day wrong). The subtle "Goldorakization" means that at 50 cm, you can't tell that this is an exclusive model. Of course, there's the robot's bust shallowly engraved on the dial, the asteroid-shaped seconds hand, and engravings above the railway and on the oscillating weight. And the case: the spaceship, very nice. I regret that the case doesn't fit the wrist tightly enough for my taste, like the other PRXs. The brand inscription on the beast's chest is inappropriate, but they couldn't not LOGO it; not everyone can be Moser. On the other hand, I'm very disappointed by the luminova, which is far too weak. In photos, Goldorak's silhouette appears green, which is very charming; unfortunately, in real life, it's fleeting and not spectacular at all. The extra cost is a bit high compared to terrestrial models, but exclusivity comes at a PRICE.

This PRX Powermatic 80 Carbon speaks to my technical side. It's a watch with an ultra-shiny finish and dial, and is superbly well-crafted. Once on your wrist, you can't feel it. It's ultra-comfortable. It's somewhere between a dress watch and a sports watch. I love it! And I wear it at least once or twice a week.