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Tissot PRX Damascus SteelvsVario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

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PRX Damascus Steel
TissotPRX Damascus Steel
MSRP $1,175
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
Vario1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
MSRP $218

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PRX Damascus Steel38mm
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40mm
Power Reserve
PRX Damascus Steel80h
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40h
Water Resistance
PRX Damascus Steel100m
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz50m
MSRP
PRX Damascus Steel$1,175
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz$218

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
10.98mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
37.5mm
41mm
Lug Width
11mm
18mm
Material
Damascus Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Grey
Black
Indices
Indexes
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Powermatic 80
Miyota 2070/2170
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,175
$218

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What people say

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Tissot PRX Damascus Steel

The Tissot PRX Damascus Steel is noted for its unique Damascus steel case and dial, which some owners find visually appealing and appreciate the intricate pattern. One owner enjoys looking at the watch's movement. The 38mm size is considered reasonable for the price, though it may be too small for some wrists. One owner experienced a scratch that detracted from the Damascus pattern, but this was resolved by the dealer. The reviewer found the Damascus steel case and dial to be "a bit over the top." Overall, owners and reviewers find the Tissot PRX Damascus Steel to be a unique watch with a polarizing aesthetic, with its value tied to its distinctive material.

Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz for its superb case finishing, legibility, and premium look, with its 40mm size proving comfortable for many wrists. Reviewers highlight its incredible value at $198, featuring a Miyota solar quartz movement and polished chamfers adding unexpected style. Some owners note the lume is poor and the 50-meter water resistance is limited, while others desire a big date complication not supported by the solar movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz highly for its excellent finishing and value proposition.

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