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Tissot PRC 100 SolarvsVario Futurist

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PRC 100 Solar
TissotPRC 100 Solar
MSRP $575
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PRC 100 Solar39mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
PRC 100 Solar40h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
PRC 100 Solar100m
Futurist100m
MSRP
PRC 100 Solar$575
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Thickness
9.22mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
39mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
Silver
Purple
Indices
Indexes
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova ®
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$575
$648

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What people say

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Tissot PRC 100 Solar

Owners and reviewers highlight the Tissot PRC 100 Solar's value and modern, urban aesthetic, with its slim 9.2mm case and good finishing for the price. The solar movement is a key feature, offering a 14-month power reserve and rapid charging capabilities. Some owners find the dial colors a bit uninspired, and the date window placement is disliked, while the second hand's ticking is noted as a drawback compared to automatic movements. The watch's 39mm case is considered versatile, though some prefer a smaller 35-37mm size. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Tissot PRC 100 Solar a versatile daily wear, particularly for its solar technology and Swiss-made appeal at its price point.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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