Hands On: Tissot PR516 Chronograph - High Performance Beauty

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

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[@Harisampath]

This channel is so underrated for the quality of content they produce 🔥, earned yourself a new subscriber 🙌🏻 !

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Dear Hari, thank you for your kind words & welcome on board! 🚀

[@fuzzywuzzysk]

I was wondering to fully wound the watch from the start how many turns is needed to make fully wound?

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Hello Fuzzy, interesting question indeed. This depends on the barrel and espacially on the lenght/strenght of the spring inside the barrel. Usually it is 20 - 40 times...

[@bobjones8838]

Can we get thee same style of video but for that car??!

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Sure, why not - let's do a car channel 🙏😍

[@mahmoudghoneim8004]

Very nice watch, 41.mm not 40

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Even a milimeter matters...

[@casperskestrel]

A very nice piece, and for the price, a credible alternative for people who can't or don't want to spend Daytona/Moonwatch prices.

[@WhiteDeathM2830]

Agree

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

...and who don't want to wait 25 years for a watch :)

[@carlosmaldonado6200]

Tissot has been releasing some really great models.

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Yes indeed, right now Longines & Tissot are killing it. Far away from their competitors 🚀

[@S.M4Q]

Another beauty from tissot. They're killing it right now.

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Yes sir, probably the brand to go when you want the maximum style & quality for the best price

[@Rambo4President]

If only the hands were more elegant. I really don’t like the syringe hands but that‘s just my taste

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

I get it but since one of the most important features of a racing watch readability is, they had to somehow make it bold and visible...

[@MP-kt1jf]

Really nice watch, just not at $1800. Should be $1000 max, will wait for a 2nd hand

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Why do you think it's not worth this? I mean, what else would you get comparable to this watch for CHF 1'000.-?

[@MrShoryuken1]

I think the price is about right, there are very few swiss mechanical chronos for less than £1800. The Hamilton Intramatic Chrono is sometimes on sale around £1500. I suspect the second hand market will be a challenge, don't expect Tissot will manage to sell too many.

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

@@MrShoryuken1Good point, the brands on Tissot level are not really much cheaper which means the price is quite fair. I agree but i think whoever buys a Tissot, Hamilton or for example a Longines will not buy it to resell it...

[@bhstennis04]

Great review! You have a new subscriber. Only correction, the bezel ring is unfortunately listed by Tissot as mineral, not sapphire. This appears to be the case for both the quartz and automatic variants.

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Welcome on board! :) I think this is not well said in the video and leads to confusion as i see. What "...complemented by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal dome" means is the sapphire crystal on the case and not the bezel.

[@bhstennis04]

@@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches thank you! Appreciate the response - that makes sense…was confusing as the video was highlighting the bezel at that point. Look forward to more of your content!

[@mitetobg6794]

What is the lug to lug distance?

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

48mm

[@Success_is_inevitable]

04:58 Sir where did you buy this jacket? It’s amazing, what is the name of the brand? P.S. looks great with the watch

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

This was from S. Oliver as far as i remember :)

[@drewlomite]

Why can't I find a video showing someone actually using the chronometer ? Like ZERO info onlie. Is it Split second?

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

No, it is a regular hand wound chonograph - chronometer is not a function.

[@hsvikramkumar]

Why is the hour hand not a syringe?

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

What do you exactly mean by that?

[@MrShoryuken1]

Very handsome but disappointed it's so thick, especially with no automatic works.

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Did you try the watch in real? Give it a try, for me personally did not feel so thick on my 17.5cm wrist...

[@FuquaRomeo]

Does this Tissot contain plastic parts like the PRX line?

[@imovieperson]

Why does it bother people so much? Plastic is a useful material

[@franzb69]

Because collectors want to keep the original movement that came with the watch. With the powermatic 80 movement, they replace the whole thing with a movement that they fixed previously. So it won't be your movement, it will be from someone else's@@imovieperson

[@franzb69]

I would to know as well

[@veganbutcherhackepeter]

​@@imovieperson Are you frickin' serious??

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

No, this movement is the base of the Valjoux 7753 which does not containt any plastic parts - unless you buy it in toys r us ;-) If you have any questions, let me know at any time.

[@1984sebb]

The 70s version was much better looking. The new logo does not work on sporty models like this. An applied T logo would suit the watch perfectly..

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Could be but is all a matter of taste. Personally i like it more since the red logo for me its to dominant and distracts me 🛑😊

[@BadGuyDennis]

I think Moto GP is the best & ultimate racing chronograph Tissot have ever presented. However, they no longer made with 7750 based movement. What a shame.

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

This one is also based on the Valjoux 7753 :)

[@watchboxer]

Tissot, world travel. Amazing production!

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Thank you for tuning in - appreciate your feedback. 🙏

[@hombrealagua]

Thank you very much for the review, I'll be swapping my old T-Touch (2006) with the PR516 because they told me (Swatch Group/Tissot) that the T touch doesn't have spare parts anymore, so they are giving me a loyalty discount and I could choose any model so I chose this one! I'm excited and looks fun. I was looking for a new chronograph, I like the idea of not going all the way on spending the amount for a Speedmaster or El Primero, this looks like a bargain and the Quality seems pretty good. Thanks

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

ok wow, this is a great deal to be honest! Would have done the same since this was one of my favourite releases from Tissot in the last few years :)

[@hombrealagua]

@@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches enjoying it! Thank you!

[@Frlja]

Tissot is killing it! I am a happy owner of Tissot Seastar 2000 Professional Powermatic 80, incredible watch, punching above it's price. This also seems like a perfect afordable "daytona", really awesome piece and instantly on my radar for possible purchase.

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Yep, the price is just crazy for such an amazing watch. Had recently a client who was looking for a handwound chronograph - while searching i just understood how litle the choice is. In this case, glad Tissot did it!

[@StAntonioStefanov]

Should have been automatic...

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

The watch would have been thick as a subway sandwich. The first model from 1970 was also a handwound, that is why the used the handwound movement to pay homage ;-)

[@mitchellgreen1881]

Is the tissot chronograph sturdy enough to wear playing tennis?

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

I mean, should not be a problem since manual winding watches are in general built a bit more robust. This movement is also a bit bigger in size...nevertheless there is no yes or no answer :)

[@jonathanalamares]

Amazing video production! Subscribed immediately 😊

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Dear Jonathan, thank you & welcome to Les Ambassadeurs! 🙏

[@samnathan2709]

I need a watch that embodies my sense of rebelliousness and freedom, does this fit the bill?

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

You are unstoppable, never let anyone else tell you otherwise. Bill approved ✅

[@drewlomite]

Why can't I find a video showing someone actually using the chronometer ? Like ZERO info onlie. Is it Split second?

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Check 2:15 :) no, its not a split second

[@drewlomite]

@@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches You see it start but not stop. Watch it again. NO REVIEWS talking about the complications or showing it in action

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

@@drewlomitewhat would you like to see or know? let me know, i am here for you.

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

@@drewlomite Dear Drew, we will take note and make sure we include the functions. In this case, we did not show it that much since the Chronograph works like any other Chronographs - Start / Stop button at 2 o'clock - Resete Button at 4 o'clock.

[@ShubhamShekhar-ib1hz]

Definitely gonna buy this one love from India 🇮🇳

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

let's go 🚀

[@haromaster6086]

What a beautiful watch! Grabbing one.

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Great Choice! Let's go :)

[@parkashsingh337]

What a beautiful watch just ordered it 😅

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Great choice, was the best Tissot release this year in my opinion. Watch is incredible comfortable and really looks dope does not matter what you are wearing 👍

[@joelbrunzell]

Does the small seconds hand stop when you pull the crown out, or is this watch not hackable?

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Yes, it does stop when pulling the crown ✅

[@ElMarquésDeLasCalifornias]

Whats the lug to lug since i have a six inch wrist?

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

48mm

[@broskies1]

if the speedy and daytona had a baby lol

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Nah, come on :) A racing watch has some features and also some aesthetic which are typical. To be honest did not think for a second about the Daytona when i first saw this. I think the closest that comes stylewise to a Daytona is the Zenith Chronomaster. .

[@Sam-pn5nh]

I just bought this one how do u know when to stop winding!

[@criose]

I do believe it maintains the clutch in the main spring stopping it from over winding, as this movement was modified from the automatic valljoue.

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Since this is a manual winding, it means at some point after the spring is fully wound you will feel the pressure and not be able to wind anymore. Therefore, once you will the pressure stop winding or you will break the spring :)

[@jribe]

Can you breakdown the differences between mechanical version and the quartz version. Price delta is significant

[@joelbrunzell]

The quartz version runs of battery power, with no need to wind the watch. The mechanical version needs to be hand wound as it uses a mainspring to send power through gears to make the watch run. Hope that helps!

[@MrShoryuken1]

The quartz version has a significantly different (and significantly uglier) dial.

[@thehornet5089]

​@@joelbrunzellHi would like to know for this mechanical version of the Tissot chronograph if the watch is wind 20 turns and worn for 8hrs do you need to wind it again the next day if going to wear again?

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Our series, called 'Masterclass,' breaks down the mechanics of a watch, which might help you better understand how a mechanical watch works. You can check it out here: www.youtube.com/@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches/videos As mentioned earlier, a quartz watch runs on a battery and doesn’t need winding. While maintenance is generally cheaper than for a mechanical watch, once you understand how a mechanical watch operates, you’ll never trade the experience for the convenience of a less expensive quartz watch."

[@danryan4137]

I’ll wait for 25% off

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Where? Be careful, most of the watches from Ali Express are fake 😐

[@aesric]

Just get the quartz version. You'd barely see the ticking second hand

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

It is much more than the second hand. The experience watching a mechanical movement do his duty is unique. It's like hearing a Mustang V8 engine roaring ;-)

[@casperskestrel]

The Quartz versions have different sub-dial positions and different colorways, and don't look as nice as the Mechanical version.

[@MrShoryuken1]

The quartz version is much less attractive (presumably deliberately otherwise no one would spring for the mechanical).

[@aesric]

@@casperskestrel the quartz looks way better

[@casperskestrel]

@@aesric nope. But we can agree to disagree.

[@uuusi-7349-gk]

와.. 이쁘네요

[@andychoi5908]

Website says Diameter 41?

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Yes that's correct - the quartz model is 40mm. Thank you for your valuable feedback & i apologize sincerely for the miscommunication 🙏

[@sheelmirji5494]

No date window

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Thanks god, or they would have to squeeze and it would have destroyed the whole vibe 🙏

[@fskixi]

I saw this watch scrolling through IG and it was love at first sight! I recently purchased a Tissot PRX Chrono which I absolutely love, I just now need to think of a way to find funds to purchase this new release!

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Congrats! The PRX was a huge thing and seems like this one is one the same path...can't wait to see how this one will do in the future. I think it has for sure the attributes to become a hit..

[@keksbrot4995]

Why do i feel roley sub / Tudor style?

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Funny, everyone sees some similarities to other watches and always compare it different models 😂

[@tedblack2415]

Nice piece but the clasp seems poor with few micro adjust & mineral crystal anywhere on a watch costing over £1800 isn't acceptable imo.

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

The crystal is saphire....

[@lionatwork8763]

Ah yes, Tissot. How many plastic parts this time?

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

No Plastic this time - Save The World.

[@nicocalimero]

The design is pretty good. For the movement removing the automatic winder mechanism will reduce the thickness. But 1)on a mechanical point of view, I am not a fan of automatic movement transformation to pass in manual. On atomatic the manual winding is not as robust, because the atomatic winding is most use and put less stress on the gear, the main spring slide can prevent overwinding but do not overwinding it too much in manual, you will wear it faster. I hope that the mechanical modification go further that just remove the autmatic Wonder and put a plate ( with is nice, it is a luxury product of course) 2) The main interested on mechanical chronograph is to see the chronograph gears, lever and so one and a mechanical column wheel is perfect for that, but the valjoux 7750 serie is not à column wheel one. Every thing is hide by the plate. The 7750 is a robust and good, but "cheap" movement. Why not make a new modern movement base on a Venus 175 for example. The quality of the video is awesome.

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

There is no differenc in wear-off to be honest because, if you as a wearer are winding the spring or the automatic section - it is the same approach.

[@dompretcloud2]

Nice, looks a bit like a Citizen

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Hahaha now we had Speedmaster, Daytona, Submariner, Tudor and now Citizen - can't wait to read the next one 🙏😂

[@wsinger234]

Better than a Speedmaster tbh

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Come on :) Speedmaster is an icon and Omega probably within the top 5 brands of all time 🙏😊 Nevertheless, i think the PR516 in its price range seems to be unbeatable! 😍

[@NogoalRob]

Daytona homage

[@Nakkisampyla]

You are a homage of our neighbor

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

Racing watch will remain a racing watch. It's like calling a BMW an Audi Hommage because it has also 4 wheels 🕵‍♂️

[@NogoalRob]

@@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches BMW doesn’t look like an Audi though. Yet, the Tissot looks like a Daytona. Just like their PRX is a homage to the AP Royal Oak. It is what it is!

[@tdtdtd1826]

Absolutely nothing special abt this watch….so boring like the prx 😢😢😢😢

[@ozmondos]

What watches do you find exciting then?

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

@ozmondos Good question, had the same thought. Espacially when it comes to the PRX which is probably a perfect watch, im always curious why someone does not like it :)

[@ozmondos]

@@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches I love my PRX! I get that people have different tastes and may like different things. I also get how someone might find the PRX boring, but how can this watch be boring? Chronographs are not boring by definition lol

[@wpauul]

No sapphire crystal on this watch unfortunately...

[@LesAmbassadeurs-Watches]

It is a sapphire glas with an anti-reflective layer on top of it...

[@lennonberg]

Wow