Tissot discontinued the PRX Powermatic 80 in its original 40mm size. Still making the 35mm version and the chronograph, but the automatic that everyone actually wanted? Gone from the 2026 catalog.
No announcement. No farewell edition. Just quietly removed from the lineup.
Why This Matters #
The PRX Powermatic 80 was one of the best value propositions in watches. €650 got you an 80-hour automatic movement, integrated bracelet design, 100m water resistance, and a case that didn’t look cheap. It punched way above its price point.
People compared it to Royal Oaks and Nautiluses, which was ridiculous, but it filled the same “integrated bracelet sport watch” slot without costing five figures.
Now it’s gone. Swatch Group didn’t say why, but the obvious guess is margin pressure. The Powermatic 80 movement costs more to make than a basic ETA, and at €650 retail, there wasn’t much room for profit.
What’s Left #
The 35mm quartz PRX is still around. €350, decent for what it is, but it’s a different watch. Smaller, battery-powered, aimed at a different audience.
The PRX chronograph (€795) is also still in production. Quartz movement, 42mm case. Good watch, but not the same thing as the simple three-hand automatic.
The Grey Market Reality #
Used PRX Powermatic 80s are already climbing in price. I’ve seen them go for €800-900 on Chrono24, which is more than they cost new six months ago.
If you want one, buy it now before prices get stupid. Once the remaining stock sells out, it’s going to turn into one of those “I should have bought it when I had the chance” watches.
Alternatives #
If you missed the PRX, here’s what’s close:
- Citizen Tsuyosa (€350-450): Similar vibe, smaller case (39mm), in-house automatic movement. Less refined bracelet.
- Orient Kamasu (€250-300): Dive watch, not integrated bracelet, but similar value proposition.
- Seiko 5 Sports (€300-400): Bigger (40-42mm), less refined finishing, but bulletproof reliability.
None of them hit exactly the same spot as the PRX, but they’re all solid watches for the money.
I’d grab a PRX while you still can.