Tissot PRX Quartz 40mm Ref. T137.410.17.051.00
Sport-Elegant / Integrated Bracelet Style · Tissot (Swatch Group), positioned as a 'Premium' entry-level luxury Swiss brand with a rich heritage since 1853.
Period: Neo-Vintage / 1970s Revival. Design language is based on the 1978 original Seastar PRX, characterized by a tonneau case and integrated strap system.
Type
Sport-Elegant / Integrated Bracelet Style
Brand
Tissot (Swatch Group), positioned as a 'Premium' entry-level luxury Swiss brand with a rich heritage since 1853.
Movement
Swiss Quartz, ETA F06.115 caliber with EOL (End-of-Life) indicator, 3 jewels, High-Accuracy battery powered.
Dimensions
Diameter: 40mm; Thickness: 10.4mm; Lug-to-Lug: 44.6mm; Integrated lug width: 12mm (internal).
Description
The Tissot PRX Quartz is a modern reimagining of a late 70s classic. It features a distinctive thin, tonneau-shaped case that provides a sleek, architectural look on the wrist. While often associated with its steel bracelet, this rubber strap variant offers a more athletic and contemporary aesthetic, highlighting the versatility of the sharp case lines.
Key Features
Tonneau case shape, integrated strap attachment, sunray dial, slim 10.4mm profile, and the 'PRX' signature ('Precise, Robust, X-ten atmospheres').
Dial Description
Sunray black dial, matte finish, applied silver-tone baton indices with Super-LumiNova, baton hands, and a date window at 3 o'clock.
Case Material
316L Stainless Steel with vertical brushed finishing on the top surfaces and polished chamfers along the case edges.
Crystal Type
Flat scratch-resistant sapphire crystal.
Bezel Details
Fixed, polished stainless steel thin circular bezel.
Crown & Pushers
Push-pull crown, polished, embossed with the Tissot 'T' logo.
Bracelet or Strap
Integrated black textured rubber strap with a waffle/checkerboard pattern and a standard steel pin buckle.
Caseback Details
Solid, snap-on stainless steel caseback with Tissot branding and model specifications.
Movement Type
Swiss Quartz, ETA F06.115 caliber with EOL (End-of-Life) indicator, 3 jewels, High-Accuracy battery powered.
Water Resistance
100 meters (10 bar / 330 ft); suitable for swimming and snorkeling but not for high-impact water sports or diving.
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made; movement manufactured by ETA (subsidiary of Swatch Group).
Age Estimate
Modern production, circa 2021-present.
Cultural Significance
The PRX is widely credited with revitalizing the affordable integrated-bracelet luxury sport watch category, bringing Genta-esque design language to the mass market.
Condition Notes
Based on the image, the watch appears to be in Excellent condition. The brushed finishing on the case top remains sharp, and the rubber strap shows no sign of wear or UV degradation.
Value Estimate
MSRP approximately $375; Secondary market value $250 - $325 depending on kit completeness.
Care & Maintenance
Battery replacement typically every 3-4 years; water resistance gaskets should be checked every 2 years if used for swimming.
Similar Watches
Citizen Tsuyosa (Automatic, different case shape), Maurice Lacroix Aikon (Higher price point), Casio 'CasiOak' GA-2100 (Different material/tier).
Interesting Facts
The 'X' in PRX stands for the Roman numeral ten, signifying the 10 bar (100m) of water resistance it offered in 1978 and continues to offer today.