Tissot

Tissot Men's T17158652 PRC 200 Chronograph Watch

• Precise Swiss-Quartz movement
• Scratch-resistant-sapphire crystal
• Case diameter: 39.8 mm

Product Description

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The Tissot Men's PRC 200 Chronograph Watch features three large, easy-to-read chronograph subdials and a tachymeter for enhanced functionality. Constructed with a stainless steel case, the watch includes a stationary stainless steel bezel and a stainless steel link bracelet with a secure fold-over-clasp-with-push-button. A scratch-resistant sapphire window shields the black dial face, which features bold white hour markers and Arabic numeral indexes at three, nine, and 12 o'clock. The dial also includes three chronograph subdials with vibrant yellow hands, a date calendar at four o'clock, and is encircled by a white tachymeter. Powered by Swiss-quartz movement, this timepiece is water resistant to 660 feet.

The Tissot Story

For more than 150 years, Tissot has embodied the innovation and tradition of Swiss watch-making. Based in the Neuchâtel area of the Jura Mountains, in Le Locle, Switzerland, Charles-Félicien Tissot and his son Charles-Emile created the watch making company Tissot in 1853. Whether in the technology of its movements, in the research for special materials or in the very functions of the watch itself, Tissot's engineers and watchmakers have developed pioneering timepieces over the years.

Some of Tissot's triumphs over the years include the the Idea 2001 (the world's first plastic watch) released in 1971, the Rock watch (which set the timepiece's movement in a stone case made from Swiss Alps granite) in 1985, and the Wood watch from 1988 (with a completely wooden case). Tissot uses the best movements (from ETA SA Manufacture Horlogère Suisse), the highest quality materials (316L steel, 18K gold, titanium) and scratch-proof glasses (sapphire crystal--at least 2500 Vickers).

The company has been involved with high profile sports events since 1974 when they sponsored a racing car in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, France. Since then Tissot's timepieces have been chosen as official timekeepers for world championships in cycling, motorcycling, fencing and ice hockey. And Tissot is currently the the official watch and timekeeper of NASCAR.

Tissot timepieces have been worn by a bevy of celebrities over the years--including Grace Kelly, Elvis Presley and Nelson Mandela--and James Stewart's character L.B. Jefferies wore a Tissot timepiece in Alfred Hitchcock's "Rear Window." Today the company is represented in a variety of sporting fields by English soccer star Michael Owen, IndyCar driver Danica Patrick, and MotoGP world champion Nicky Hayden. Today, Tissot is a member of the Swatch Group, the world's largest watch producer and distributor.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.6 x 3.4 inches ; 5.1 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000L3CHC0
• Item model number: T17158652
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (71 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #84 in Watches (See Top 100 in Watches)
  • #29 in Watches > Sport Watches
  • #35 in Watches > Fashion Watches

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

97 of 110 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars What? No Warranty, May 12, 2009

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A. May "What? No Warranty" - See all my reviews
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I purchased my Tissot PRC 200 last fall and it's beautiful! But, it always ran about 2 or 3 minutes slow each week. I called Tissot (Swatch Group USA) and they said send it in for repair since it was still under warranty. But when they received it they notified me that they do not offer a warranty for watches purchased on the internet and adjusting my watch would be a full service charge of $200. I am very disappointed in Amazon for not showing that as a disclaimer and Tissot for their policy.Tissot Men's PRC 200 Chronograph Watch #T17.1.586.52

31 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I have the blue dial, June 11, 2006

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D. Varga (New York, NY) - See all my reviews
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Large, heavy man's man watch. Gets plenty of looks and the bracelet is just beautiful. Keeps excellent time as most quartz movements do. I use it as an everyday casual watch and have banged it numerous times, the sapphire crystal remains scratchless. Thought about buying another or collecting all three colors.

This watch could be improved if the night illuminators didn't take so long to charge. Also it lacks a perpetual calendar but the date is easy to change and only has to be done once every two months.

Try this before spending $2000 - $5000 on breitling, tag, omega

19 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars top watch, January 27, 2007

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si "snowy" (england) - See all my reviews

Bought this watch about a week ago, looked at all the options around the same price and read all the reviews, really happy with my choice. The watch face is quite big but looks great and the bracelet is also excellent. I have slim wrists and it still looks amazing, the pictures dont do it justice it looks much nicer in the flesh so to speak. I would highly recommend this watch even over other more expensive examples.