Tissot Le Locle Powermatic 80 Owner Review : Elegant, precise and accomplished

The Tissot Le Locle Powermatic 80 was my first automatic watch, my entry into the world of watchmaking 5 years ago. I was looking for an automatic watch from a recognized Swiss brand. It perfectly met my expectations. It is a very classy watch with its black dial with a "clous de Paris" finish and its Roman numerals. The well-crafted transparent back reveals the Powermatic 80 movement, derived from the classic ETA 2824. This movement has animated the forums in recent years, with its supposedly plastic parts that divide enthusiasts and purists. As far as I am concerned, I am perfectly satisfied with it. After several years of use, it is still as reliable and precise (2 seconds + per day). Nothing to do with the 6R35 of my Seiko :) The sapphire crystal offers great security and allows you not to worry too much about your watch on a daily basis. Here again, Tissot is teaching Seiko and the hardlex of its presage range a lesson. The metal bracelet is very comfortable and allows the watch to be forgotten. The proportions are correct, with its diameter of 39.3 mm and its thickness of 10 mm. Well, to quibble I think that a diameter of 37 or 38 mm would have been sufficient for a dress watch, Tissot would benefit from following the current trend of down sizing. In conclusion, I recommend this beautiful piece to anyone wishing to acquire an affordable, serious and timeless timepiece.