What To Know Before You Buy A Tissot Watch

[@AKT0B0S]

I bought myself a Tissot Le Locle when I returned home from my deployment. It’s a wonderful watch that puts a smile on my face anytime I wear it. I plan on maintaining it to keep it forever.

[@Shreddahtrades]

I also own one lovely watch

[@benjamincofer4128]

Such a cool watch, but it wears as a very petite 39mm so I wound up not going through with the purchase. Still, exquisite.

[@jamesdaly1111]

Idk I think 39mm is a great size, especially for a dress watch.

[@JohnHausser]

I was in the Air Force and I received a Tag Heuer after my deployment lol 🫡

[@Heisenberg_747]

I just bought it in rose gold absolutely stunning.

[@RamPatten]

I'm so glad you clarified the regulating and serviceability of the watch. I love my dark blue sunburst waffle dialled PRX Powermatic80 and I've seen an increase in sensationalist Tissot trashing content, all of whom state that the movement is made of plastic parts and that service simply results in the discarding of an old movement and replacement with a new one. Some even go onto suggest that it is becoming a discarded Swatch Scuba style brand. I'm not influenced by content, other than to peak my curiosity and subsequently conduct my own research, to reach my own conclusions. The 4th section about Movements has answered my questions on the two key aforementioned points.

[@SisramShivani]

My watch was purchased 2 years ago from MaMaCoo and, to this day, it still looks and runs as well as it did the day it arrived. That movement has never missed a beat despite never having been serviced. I can't complain about that.

[@adriansutherland7948]

After looking into getting my 1st real Swiss watch I decided on Tissot as a big fan of Moto GP (major sponsor) Browsing YT one day came across Teddy B & ended up ordering a Tissot gentlemen spring of 2020 (yeah-lockdown purchase) Also bought a diver (I actually only swim or use a dive board) a GMT as I do travel a couple of times a year (my excuse for the purchase) & a cheap(ish) solar quartz for work over the last couple of years. Tissot stiĺl gets worn a couple of times a week, mainly as a dress watch.

[@ivanmichaels7518]

I’ve got 4 Tissot watches, love the variety of styles the brand has. Did buy a couple which I returned because they didn’t fit right. But value for money it’s up there with Seiko. Thinking about getting another one actually

[@topangacailah]

Love your channel with so many stellar watches! For me the AMZWATCH’ watch is my favorite. Keep the videos coming. Thanks.

[@josephemmons1596]

Please do Longines next

[@ShalisaDume]

It always amazes me how much beauty and precision are added to the parts of amzwatch's watch 99% of people will never see.

[@jerryang17]

Be warned: Tissot's Powermatic 80 movement uses plastic parts...

[@jamesdaly1111]

Love that mesh strap on the Visodate

[@rickhammel9541]

I just got the PRX chrono, awesome watch, great wrist presence

[@Cappingtoncappercap]

iLove how u make it easy to remember at 13:00 . . another home run , twin 🥐💯🤞🏽 edit : 12:48 🥐

[@elyseeficino9839]

Can we have a similar video for Omega dress watches, excluding the Speedmaster? They have such a great, very wide collection, which would be good 'starter' options?

[@LeaderOne24]

The Couturier is an interesting exclusion. 🤔

[@canadianwatchmonkey3992]

I ❤ the Sideral watches but am unsure if that model has the plastic pallet fork and escapement wheel, is the jewel count the indicator 23 vs 25 jewels? I do know for sure the ones with the HIGH TECH ESCAPEMENT written on the rotor are using the plastic parts.

[@preppypeasant]

23J Movements have the plastic escapement. I thought as well about buying a sideral and talked to my watchmaker. He told me that it is possible to order a standard 2824 and swap the Movement when the first service will be necessary. Edit: what I meant is that a watchmaker can buy a replacement movement, but not from the swatch group. They do not supply parts to independent watchmakers. I think it is important to know that... and tissot will refuse to service older watches.

[@northsta]

@@preppypeasantagreed, reportedly for a regular watchmaker, it’s easier and cheaper to swap the entire movement rather than service. I saw it in a video about P80 here on KZbin😊

[@casperskestrel]

Looking forward to a review of the PR516 soon.

[@acasognp]

My friend…. Nice video Teddy. Tissot is a Great brand to start. but… you forgot some series like the PR or PRS. They are also very nice, they were my starting point with my Tissot journey they are sportier my first was a PRS 516. Then a PR 100. A T-Race and after them y bought the other that you mention in this video.

[@supermanlol67]

the "High-tech" escapement marking on the rotor is pretty hilarious.

[@darrenaquilina1403]

Gentleman and the new 1938 Chronometer are their 2 best watches. Seastar is also great. The PRX is nice, but overhyped and overdone now.

[@BradleyHansonPhotography]

I love their watches, but the appeal would be even higher if they’d stick with their ornate old logo like on the Visdodate, etc. The Helvetica-esque bland logo is not as beautiful. A minor issue, but the dial is the thing you look at, so why not make it more elegant and timeless?

[@SimmoSavvo91]

I could be wrong... but I'm pretty sure I've just gone through an entire video where you've not used the phrase 'hacking' and then continue to explain this term in full. That phrase must be wearing you down by now 😂 I'm starting to think hacking never existed until you mentioned it! 😂

[@davidlittle6621]

The only drawback to Teddy's content, is that it makes me want more watches!😂

[@ArjitMehra]

I swear 😂😂😂

[@tijgerhaai3]

True story

[@ackwonder]

Most def

[@90SecondWatch]

Almost like he plans it that way. 😅

[@thefaredevil]

Tissot is great value for money. My first Swiss automatic is a Tissot. The more I come across other brands and watches at the same or even slightly higher price range, my respect for Tissot only increases.

[@mqgc1999]

I will buy my green dial Tissot prx automatic when I finish my degree

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Make it happen! Keep grinding.

[@antonharefield8341]

I bought my wife the Seastar 1000 with white bezel as shown in your video. The number of compliments she receives when wearing it is crazy. She absolutely loves it.

[@mr.stinker9335]

Same. I also added the light blue strap so she could switch it out. Very sharp watch

[@krasnaludek298]

Solid choice … Tissot makes some really clean designs. 👍🏻

[@ricodepapa8308]

Teddy, this is why you are mere millimeters away from a million subscribers of your channel. Your depth of knowledge about brands, their heritage and the movement calibers that power watches we want to know about, coupled with the careful and artistic production you and your team put into your videos really showcases your passion for timepieces. I look forward to the next deep dive into a specific brand like Seiko or Citizen.

[@canadianwatchmonkey3992]

How do we know which Powermatic 80 watches have the plastic pallet fork and escapement wheel? To be specific does the Sideral use plastic parts?

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

We discuss the different powermatics in the video 👍🏻

[@canadianwatchmonkey3992]

@@TeddyBaldassarre sorry I added does the Sideral have the plastic parts or is it just the lower priced Tissot watches?

[@petercampbell3828]

Non-metalic synthetic parts = plastic 13:06

[@giancredo655]

All tissot watches with the powermatic 80 except for the gentleman has plastic parts.

[@canadianwatchmonkey3992]

@@petercampbell3828 I caught that.

[@bobbressi5414]

I own multiple Tissots. Including the much maligned prx. "Oh it is cheap it has plastic parts!" The much famed G shocks are mostly plastic. The furniture on all modern combat rifles is plastic. The delrin slats and bearings used in many belt conveyor systems are plastic. Is plastic the best material for watch internals? No. But it is more than good enough for components like pallet forks and escspement wheels.

[@edd9277]

today I got my first automatic, a Tissot PRX powermatic 80 in blue, I got it for a great price and I couldn't be more happy. Thanks Teddy for helping me choose wisely with your videos.

[@pacisking]

Great first automatic watch, have fun with it! I have much more expensive watches than the prx but I still wear it (light blue dial) really often. Stunning piece.

[@LombardoJoe]

This was my first automatic and fist Swiss watch. I’ve had it for a little over 2 years now. I honestly have no issues with it except for the occasional video of someone complaining about the plastic pallet fork and/or escape wheel or whatever). I don’t look inside the watch, and I don’t care. In the event it raises an issue when looking to service down the line, I can just as easily swap for a new movement. For this price, I don’t care. It’s not a $3000 watch.

[@leonardmartin6048]

Its a great watch. I have the ice blue and its awesome and very accurate (less than 2 seconds a day off).

[@chiguy750]

I have the mechanical Ice Blue too. Try putting on their blue leather band. You won’t believe it. I’ll never go back to the bracelet again.

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Very solid choice for your first automatic. Wear it well, my friend.

[@Victordamus98]

I purchased the Gentleman Powermatic. That watch has been with my on big events: graduations, weddings, work, my father's funeral, and important dinners.

[@KatKitty777]

I really enjoy watching your reviews. Is it possible when you are recommending watches for men, that you do a brief recommendation for what would look good/nice/ appropriate for a women. Thank you

[@nissanskyline43]

Got a PRX quartz as my first! Seastar or Le Locle next..

[@shooteroffuture]

Got the seastar kinda turned into my daily for entirety of the summer. Feels great, works great, highly recommend

[@markstarmer3677]

I’ve had a PRX 80 in green for about 18 months now. By all means not my most expensive watch, but does get more wrist time than my others. I’m thinking of getting the 1938 chronometer which looks very good value for a Cosc rated watch. I think Tissot, along with Longines are solid reliable and affordable watches.

[@chris_f_eden]

I love my PRX with glacier blue dial. Wear it almost every weekday and work construction.

[@robocopvn]

Only buy 1 model if you really love the design! Otherwise, try to stay away from the High-escapement-tech with 23 jewels. The keywords is 23 jewels. Powermatic 80 with 23 jewels is so much much much much worse than a 25 jewels Powermatic, also the cheapest. Why? The lack of 2 jewels is the very important jewels, normally using for the pallet forks, to interact with the escape wheel. Why we don't have that? BECAUSE THE WHOLE ESCAPEMENT USE PLASTIC PARTS. E.g: The Tissot Gentleman model use the 25 jewels Powermatic 80 - and even the silicon balance spring. While the PRX use 23 Jewels Powermatic 80 with plastic. And Oh MY I LOVE THE PRX design so much ...

[@julescorreia2494]

The plastic pallet fork is a tough pill to swallow tho…

[@subzero2235]

It is but the watch is so beautiful and you forget this very fast

[@ehrenkrause9861]

Too late, i love my PRX, and it shows. Tried to be nice....... Notta.

[@Studat]

Fancy name for plastic parts in the PRX. High tech escapement is a stretch 😬

[@underwaterlevelz1947]

I've fallen head over heels in love with the Tissot Gentleman's Open Heart (blue dial). I'm going to try and get one around Christmas time if there's any good sales.

[@peterwoodaman5936]

I have the black dial quartz PRX. I bought it when the PRX first released.i wear it weekly! So good

[@Gumby56]

Love my Gentleman in blue and Everytime in white. Thank you Teddy for this video.

[@stew_redman]

I have a 2015 PRS516 in carbon fibre - 23 jewel with the "plastic" pallet fork/escapement. Worn regularly, never serviced, gains about 1 second/day so far. I have no complaints.

[@Marshallbgrey]

I bought a PRX from you when my son was born to give to him when he’s 18. Your customer service was great and can’t wait to give it to him one day!

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Thank you for the support my friend. Enjoy the watch until it is time to pass it on. I wish I had a watch like that when I turned 18.

[@rbsafe]

I did the same for my son, buying a 1993 pre-Bond Omega Seamaster the day he was born. Never told him about it until the big day. Later, he wore it for his college graduation. I recommend you run it once a year or so to keep lubrication from gumming up, and be sure to keep all the paperwork to preserve value. And look forward to that great day!

[@Sniipez-]

That's really nice! 😊 I bought my PRX Chronograph when I was 18 (last year) and one day I will be passing it on to my children as well.

[@kamcott]

I have my Tissot V8 with ivory dial for about 18 yrs and always love wearing it, the looks is sporty yet elegant. Perfect as a detaily watch :)

[@iq34]

Great timing on this video, my autoplay started playing it while I was looking around for the blue dial Powermatic with blue leather strap.

[@tonyalvarez486]

Fantastic piece...very informative and great overall summation of the brand. You should do more of these in the future.

[@ninjasrose1653]

Teddy is just a rapid fire fountain of knowledge.

[@inesperezdavid6508]

Great video as always Teddy. One thing that's always challenging for me is getting ahold of a nice watch for my small wrist. 35mm is the biggest by far I can go for. Tissot fortunately has a very extensive catalogue, although it's not necessarily the case for other brands like Grand Seiko. Could you please pass on the message in the next Watches and Wonders summit? Women also do LOVE watch collecting 😂

[@pacisking]

I feel like everyone, including women and teens, can wear at least a 38mm watch. I've seen plenty women even wearing 42mm watches (speedy for example) and it surely does look like a bigger watch but never too big. Wear it a bit loose and it looks just fine. Also pleny women make great watch content on youtube trying out watches around 40mm ans it doesn't look odd to me.

[@popomomo12]

To me, 36 is the universal fitment for 99.9 of wrists, not to stay a bigger one doesn't have its place

[@GKyriakis1]

I have a PRX chrono as a daily driver and I am extremely satisfied. However, I have mixed feelings about Powermatic 80 movement. Although it is accurate; there were some series with my Seastar 2000. These problems made me to sell it 6 months after purchasing it. On the other hand, I bought a Gentleman two years ago as a gift without facing any problem so far.

[@skdoosh9523]

Had my Tissot Seastar 1000 Powermatic 80 GMT for almost a year now - love it and it looks so good!

[@jeffwilson3527]

That will be my next purchase, I’m glad you like yours.

[@mr.stinker9335]

Yep. I love mine. A lot of people dunked on it. I’m assuming small wrist people. And unfortunately I had to send mine back after 3 months because the hour hand would randomly stop. Stuff happens. But no problems since. On wrist it pops so nice.

[@och1005]

이준석 돈받은거 룸싸롱가는데 쓰겠죠!.

[@alangray6245]

Got a chrono xl classic Seastar 1000 powermatic 80 Seastar chronograph 1000 Carson two tone Bought in the last 2 years 🤦🏻

[@icy_liquidd1935]

Great video! I would love to see something similar on Omega.

[@NightSurgeon93]

Great video as always! I am considering buying the Tissot Classic Dream. This wasn't featured in the video and I was wondering about opinions regarding that watch?

[@mariosenestraro4161]

So many good choices here, my picks are the PRX, Le Loche, and Chemin. Gentleman is great too, but hoping Tissot will upgrade the bracelet a bit on future releases.

[@sinafunke3449]

The Powermatic 80 is a grand slam

[@nolanpick6906]

My daily driver is a Tissot Visodate (older 40mm dial version). It looks great in casual or dressy situations and has remained very accurate over the past few years. So glad I got it before they increased the size!

[@vm2670]

I have had this watch for over two years now. While a very good looking watch, it loses about 2min a day, which is really disappointing.

[@TridentLion]

I have the prx 80 automatic in black. By far my favorite watch. So nice I bought the all gold prx 80 auto as well

[@AndreiMin]

Praying for a Powermatic version of the 36mm Seastar 1000. Its one of the best looking divers and i think it would be a huge success because of its size, kinda rare these days in a diver. Tissot listened the crowd last time and gave us the Powermatic in the 35mm PRX so maybe its gonna happen.

[@carsaregood911]

Love my PRX but unfortunate about the plastic parts used in the movement, had not known this before I got it

[@GreenBeanEVZ-eu8wn]

Got gifted a quartz PRX and I wear it almost every day. Love it

[@louislaw85]

Longines!

[@anggro6601]

Next : tudor😅😅😅

[@gsdooneyandbourkereviews777]

I bought a Tissot watch about a year or so ago. It's an automatic; however, it keeps stopping a lot of times when I wear it. Why do you think that is?

[@kirillkasyanov]

they say that you should avoid powermatic 80 caliber because of plastic details? is it true?

[@fiddleofdoom]

Considering that "plastic" is a *very* broad category, I think it's safe to assume Tissot wouldn't put their name on it if it was a genuinely bad type of plastic. My uninformed opinion is that you're fine getting one with the synthetic escapement.

[@colinstu]

Every time I see the Gentleman I get excited. LOVE that watch, don't have one (yet) but it's been on my list for awhile.

[@koolpep]

Go and get it eventually. You won’t regret it. Fantastic watch.

[@abdulrahmanassous2873]

@@koolpep quartz or auto version?is the auto worth the price gap?thank you 🙌

[@koolpep]

@@abdulrahmanassous2873 Hi - for me it definitively is, silicium hairspring, 80 hours power resevre, no abttery changes, rock solid performance and of course some little mechanical wonder ticking away for years makes it a no-brainer for me. However, if you don't "feel" mechanical movements and just want a solid watch with no fuss, the quartz looks and feels pretty much the same. So no wrong choice here.

[@alcontv4133]

You made this video for me didn't you? 😏

[@mattc8347]

So my first like getting into watches watch was bought in Paris (I’m from New York) I proposed to my now wife there and wanted an engagement gift I had about 800 bucks to spend on a watch and I got a Tissot Prx Powermatic 80 green dial i bought at the Tissot store on champs-elysées I love this watch I love it so much that my wedding watch is another Tissot a Chemin Des Tourelles so now forever Tissot will always hold a special place in my heart it also sparked my love for watches I know own like 20 watches 😂

[@lordap330]

I just bought my first Tissot I didn’t want to spend more than 400 for my first time so I decided to go for the all gold classic dream quartz watch I love it now I’m looking for my second watch with a higher price point

[@JohnDavidHays]

I have several Tissot watches but will buy no more. The reason is at 13:10 in this video, the balance wheel and the pallet fork are made of plastic. This is not what I want from a mechanical watch. I don’t want a Swatch. Kalles on the Chronoglide channel has shown this in a disassembled Tissot movement, and it sits very, very poorly with me. That said, I will happily keep and wear the Tissots I have, but each with an asterisk next to its name. No new Tissots for me.

[@avishekgarai1250]

I am planning to buy the Tissot Carson Premium Lady Moonphase quartz watch for my friend since moonphase is a pretty complication. Will it be a good decision to buy a Quartz watch which I have heard doesn't last quite long or doesn't add much to the collection, or should I go for a simpler looking Tissot automatic by shelling out a little extra? Neither me nor my friend has ever owned an automatic before. Thanks in advance!

[@blainekelley816]

Tissot was my first Swiss-made watch, about 28 years ago. I owned many less expensive watches before that, from Jaz, Armitron, and Timex, to name a few, but desired to (and was able to purchase) some finer watches at that time. I still have that PR100 chronograph and it still runs and looks great (2-tone, dark grey dial and gold sub-dials). I then added some other nice Swiss watches to my collection, but never lost a love for Tissot products. Next was a T-Trend square chronograph with brown dial and light blue hands. I picked up a Seastar 1000 chronograph last year with the blue dial/bezel combo, which is just beautiful. The Gentleman Powermatic 80 Silicium Ice Blue Dial and PRX Automatic 80 "Glacier' are currently calling my name ... neither would be a bad choice. Glad to see Tissot getting much deserved love. Thanks, Teddy!

[@gergoelek1740]

Powermatic 80 caliber up to 07.6xx are fine……but God save from the 07.111!!!! Yes its repairable, yes its cheaper but only for Tissot. If you need a service the independent watchmakers has no that laser device what the Tissot use for regulatete the caliber. Nr.2 you must to send your 3-400€ watch to Switzerland where they take out the complete movement, put a brand new one (your old will be rapaired and goes to someone elses watch later) and charge 150€ for a service……even for a 800-1000€ value watch the 150€ service every five year its a joke. My sellita SW200-1 movement was serviced for 20€ in an official store….

[@drSKARR]

I have a Tissot prs 200 silver gold diver crono since I was 8 , well it is my father's, but still he kept it untouched, I first wore it at 14 n now I'm 18, just surprised by it surving literal face side falls , no scratch on glass❤❤❤

[@Zerimar_ggs]

Just traded my CW for a PRX Powermatic 80, it’s got the .111 movement so I’m losing the smooth sweep the Sellita has but all these points made me decide it would be a good swap! Thanks Teddy

[@alexshewan]

My first watch was gifted to me from my Parents for completing High School and heading off to University. It was a Tissot PRC 200 Chronograph, pearl white dial with brown leather band. That was 12 years ago, and it's still going strong. I did have to replace the band as that gradually became quite rugged, but it's a fantastic piece to dress up or down with different strap styles.

[@johntheaccountant5594]

Tissot or Seiko?

[@BoboacaDoxaras]

Great video, very accurate analysis. In my 4.5 years in the game as a watch collector and enthusiast, I collected a lot from amzwatch I was thinking I was able to get a blue SD but I'm not vip enough, but I'm not giving up. Hehe. Great video.

[@davminks]

I love Tissot, but let's all be honest, the Digital PRX with that stupid screen on a monolithic matte black circle. It is an abomination to the eyes, an insult to anyone who appreciates details, a waste of space on your wrist, Aliexpress Casio look-alikes have more thoughtful design. It looks like a black hole for your money and your sense of style.

[@factoraedgerton]

Great video, very accurate analysis. In my 4.5 years in the game as a watch collector and enthusiast, I collected a lot from amzwatch I was thinking I was able to get a blue SD but I'm not vip enough, but I'm not giving up. Hehe. Great video.

[@Lololololololg]

I have Tissot prs200 chrono~dive watch n damn it's a tank for 500$ Rain, accidents, daily bumps, falls just no trace on the sapphire glass.. ❤ N it's my father's watch

[@knightofnightside]

I myself wear my LeLocle pm80 almost every day and occasionally switch to a seiko presage mojito. For special occasions i got myself a prx pm80 with the 18k redgold bezel and blue sunburst dial. And i do hope they last me a lifetime with good care

[@shoesters6298]

Got a PRX and a seastar 2000 prof

[@kfkwAL7]

Number one- market is flooded with non genuine. Check the movement and serial number. Buyer beware.

[@Lover-ji3je]

I used to be in love with the chermin in college but never bought it. I’m 37 now and realize I have no desire to ever use a wristwatch. It just does not stroke my ego or vanity. Instead I bought many 24k gold jewelry instead and luxury handbags. My watch is my iPhone. In fact I am considering a smartwatch instead for my future health. This video made me realize I disliked wristwatches despite my old college nostalgia.

[@bikebob17]

I just bought this watch from someone else. How do I get ahold of you for my next watch from you. Would you ever talk or criticize Luminox watches?

[@RicardoPerez-hl3bz]

The ballade its also a great option with the cosc certification 👍🏻

[@miata1370]

My first adult watch was a Tissot PR 50 Titanium...some 20+ years ago. Other than replacing the batteries a few times, its been flawless. Love its light weight (watch & bracelet) and the slim case the quartz movement makes possible. The sapphire crystal is great and especially as I wear my watch with dial on the inside (vrs top) of my wrist. No scratches whatsoever. Still a favorite to wear daily. Assume its the predecessor of today's Gentleman Titanium

[@granthorwood7505]

Hey Teddy, can you let me know your thoughts on the Tissot T-connect watches? Love mechanical watches but it's hard to let go of the features of smart watch.

[@jaredmotopnw]

Wondering what you think, or if you ever did, a video on Movado? Just saw a few that looked really nice, but wonder if they’re a waste of money.

[@ghostboy929]

Wear it on your wrist before you buy. Looks great online but I didn’t like it on my wrist.

[@RollerSkatinActor]

A new Tissot PRX 80 on Ebay is selling for $482. But some plastic parts in the mvmt.

[@darrenhojnacki6636]

I have the green dial Gentleman. It is an outstanding watch. Glad you took time to go through the movements. I really wish someone would do a deep dive on the Powermatic 80 family, you did a good job here on that.

[@chrisphillips554]

I have the original white dial Visodate 40mm. Recently serviced, running beautifully. I love the vintage logo which I think they should adopt across the range.

[@paulc9588]

The No1 choice for affordable Swiss watches, no question. Always been happy with the brand and what it offers for the money going back almost 30 years. In fact I've bought both a PRX and a PR100 over the last couple of months and they are amazingly good.

[@rawcircoking]

Man, i dont know if i should get a tissot seastar black bezel black dial or an Orient Aa08 in black/grey???

[@EugenioGarron]

Great video! Can you make a similar one exploring Citizen? Thank you!

[@ivarwb4115]

Great video and perfect timing, since I needed help picking my next Tissot. Guess it'll be a Seastar 1000... Already got a Gentleman, and it works perfectly.

[@surinder4430]

Here's what you should really know that people won't tell you: - the dimensions are god awful - it's one of the most over-rated watches of all time - if you get the automatic version it has crappy plastic in the movement

[@henryrothman1982]

Teddy, this was a fantastic video. Very well done. Would love to see this done for Hamilton as well.