Azimuth Mecha-1 Chrono GaugevsTissot PRX
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Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.
Mecha-1 Chrono Gauge
PRX
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
41.5mm
lowest
Thickness
n/a
14.5mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m
highest
Power Reserve
n/a
60h
MSRP
$6,096
$2,150
lowest
Movement
Valjoux 7750
Tissot Valjoux A05.H31
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Azimuth Mecha-1 Chrono Gauge for its unique and cool design, with some enjoying its substantial weight and one-of-a-kind nature. However, confusion exists regarding time-telling, with one owner suggesting the top indicator is the hour and the bottom the minute. Some find the 43mm case size makes their wrists look inadequate. Overall, owners consider the Azimuth Mecha-1 Chrono Gauge a fantastic and rare timepiece for its unique appeal.
Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot PRX for its exceptional finishing, integrated bracelet quality, and overall value, with many noting it feels far more luxurious than its price suggests. The watch is frequently highlighted for its comfortable wearability, refined dial patterns, and robust feel, making it a compelling daily wearer. Some owners report issues with chronograph hand reset and quality control on specific variants, and the bracelet's lack of micro-adjustment is a noted trade-off. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot PRX highly for its impressive finishing and bracelet quality at its price point.
The integrated bracelet design is a key feature. The lack of micro-adjustments on the bracelet is a drawback. Reviewers disagreed on the value proposition of the chronograph version compared to the Powermatic 80.
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