Tissot unveiled its latest rendition of the very well received PRX Chronograph recently. For lovers of green eyeing something that has some decent value-for-money points, the PRX in all of its variations has been a favoured choice. As a practical bit of kit that can perform in many settings, the Tissot PRX is a stand out model that delivers on multiple fronts.
Like previous models, the new reference T137.427.11.091.00 has a sleek, flowing aesthetic complimented by an integrated bracelet, contrasting linearly brushed and polished surfaces, along with some equally as sleek chronograph pushers and an exposed crown. The new PRX Chronograph isn't without its own subtle yet notable points of differentiation, but the main one is perhaps the most obvious, the dial colour.
As noted, the case features a good assortment of finishing techniques, especially considering the PRX Chronograph's price point. These textures compliment what is the focal point of the piece which is the dial, but in my opinion both the dial and the case work hand in to hand to create a very intriguing and overall appealing look. Size wise, the PRX Chronograph measures 42mm by 14.50mm. Its width wears true, but it does sit high due to the sloping polishing bezel and sapphire crystals covering the dial and caseback. The PRX Chronograph's finishing extends to the integrated bracelet which seamlessly continues the same linearly fashioned brush finishing from the lugs, adding to the industrial flow of the watch.
The Tissot PRX Chronograph's dial is a really lovely green. Under different lights it shimmers different shades of green. In darker lit environments you have a deep green that shifts to darker shades as you edge towards the rehaut, and in lighter situations the green is almost forest-like. I suppose this graduated effect is made ever more prominent by the use of a waffle, or tapisserie, dial finish. This is in contrast with the recessed smooth sub-dials and completely offset by the white background date window. My verdict is that this is by the far the most appealing dial colour for the PRX in either time-only or chronograph variations.
Tissot has opted to use the Valjoux 7753 base ETA A05.H31 calibre for the PRX Chronograph. It boasts a 60 hour power reserve, beats at a frequency of 4 Hz and has a central hours, minutes and seconds hand, along with a chronograph and a date indicator at 4:30. The movement is visible through the open sapphire caseback which also features a skeletonised rotor. There's no real finissage here aside from some rather industrial finishings, but you shouldn't expect much hand attentiveness here given the price of the PRX Chronograph. The choice of keeping the caseback open is likely to draw the interest of budding enthusiasts and collectors to peer into the inner workings of their new mechanical chronograph, but if closing the caseback meant shaving off a few millimeters off the height of the watch, then I would definitely have gone down that route -- but that's just my opinion.
Overall, the Tissot PRX Chronograph with its beautiful green dial exceeded my expectations. I'm super fond of watches that offer just a bit more, and the PRX Chronograph with all of its little oddities, unique details and finishings continued to deliver the closer I looked.
Brand: Tissot
Model: PRX Chronograph
Reference: T137.427.11.091.00
Case: 42mm x 14.50mm
Case Material: Stainless steel
Water Resistance: 100m
Movement: ETA A05.H31
Frequency: 4 Hz
Power Reserve: 60 hours
Price: AUD3,050
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