Tissot PRX 40 205 (Two-Tone Green Dial)
Integrated Sports Watch · Tissot (Swatch Group), positioned in the accessible luxury and mid-range market
Period: Modern Luxury (2020s-present) referencing 1970s integrated bracelet design
Type
Integrated Sports Watch
Brand
Tissot (Swatch Group), positioned in the accessible luxury and mid-range market
Movement
Automatic, Powermatic 80 caliber, 21,600 vph (3 Hz), 80-hour power reserve, 23 jewels
Dimensions
40mm case diameter, 10.9mm thickness, 44mm lug-to-lug, integrated lug design
Description
The Tissot PRX 40 205 is a modern revival of a classic 1978 Tissot quartz model, capturing the coveted integrated sports watch aesthetic popularized in the 1970s. This striking variant pairs a robust tonneau-shaped steel case with an eye-catching sunburst green dial and two-tone gold PVD bracelet accents. Offering high-end finishing, sweeping lines, and an impressive 80-hour power reserve, it delivers extraordinary value and wrist presence, making it a staple of modern affordable luxury collecting.
Key Features
Integrated bracelet design, tonneau-shaped case, vibrant green sunburst tapisserie dial, 80-hour Powermatic movement, two-tone PVD gold detailing
Dial Description
Sunburst vibrant green dial with a stamped tapisserie checkerboard pattern, applied polished baton indices with luminous inserts, slim baton hands, and a discreet date window at 3 o'clock
Case Material
Stainless steel with polished and satin-brushed finishes, featuring gold PVD-coated accents on the bracelet links
Crystal Type
Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with flat profile and anti-reflective coating
Bezel Details
Fixed smooth polished stainless steel bezel with a thin circular profile
Crown & Pushers
Push-pull stainless steel crown engraved with the historic Tissot T logo
Bracelet or Strap
Integrated stainless steel bracelet with alternating brushed and polished finishes, featuring yellow gold PVD center links and a butterfly deployant clasp with push-buttons
Caseback Details
Exhibition screw-down case back with a sapphire glass window displaying the Powermatic 80 movement
Movement Type
Automatic, Powermatic 80 caliber, 21,600 vph (3 Hz), 80-hour power reserve, 23 jewels
Water Resistance
100 meters (10 ATM / 330 feet), suitable for swimming, snorkeling, and recreational water sports, but not professional scuba diving.
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made, manufactured in Le Locle, Switzerland, featuring an outsourced-origin Swiss industrial movement modified for Tissot
Age Estimate
Modern production, circa 2021-present
Cultural Significance
The PRX line has democratized the integrated sports watch trend, offering luxury-level design and mechanical performance at an entry-level price point, sparking a major renaissance for vintage-inspired accessible timepieces.
Condition Notes
The watch appears to be in very good to excellent condition with minor hairline scratches on the polished bezel and bracelet consistent with light daily wear. Crystal and dial are pristine.
Value Estimate
Retail price around $725 USD, with secondary market prices ranging between $450 and $650 USD depending on condition and inclusion of box and papers.
Care & Maintenance
Recommended mechanical service every 5 to 7 years. Wash the metal bracelet periodically with mild soap and warm water to remove skin oils and debris. Avoid strong magnetic fields despite the Nivachron hairspring.
Similar Watches
Tissot PRX Quartz, Christopher Ward The Twelve, Maurice Lacroix Aikon, Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 Blue/Black, Seiko 5 Sports SRPE series
Interesting Facts
The name PRX stands for 'Precise, Robust, and X (Roman numeral for 10 atmospheres of water resistance)'. The design is heavily inspired by Gérald Genta's iconic 1970s creations, though Tissot's original 1978 model was actually designed by an in-house team.