Junghans Max Bill Chronoscope vs Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 35mm

Junghans's design language vs Tissot's approach

The Junghans Max Bill Chronoscope features a Stainless Steel case at 40mm with Convex Hard Plexiglass (SICRALAN coated) protection. The Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 35mm offers Stainless Steel construction at 35mm with Sapphire Crystal. Both represent their brand's distinct design philosophy and heritage.

Automatic Caliber J880.2 vs Automatic Powermatic 80 (Caliber 80.111)

The Max Bill Chronoscope runs the Automatic Caliber J880.2 (Automatic (ETA 2824-2 base), 48 Hours power reserve) at 28,800 vph (4 Hz) frequency. The PRX Powermatic 80 35mm uses the Automatic Powermatic 80 (Caliber 80.111) (ETA/Tissot Automatic, 80 Hours reserve) at 21,600 vph (3 Hz). The PRX Powermatic 80 35mm offers a longer power reserve.

40mm vs 35mm — different wrist presence

At 40mm, the Max Bill Chronoscope has a bolder wrist presence compared to the PRX Powermatic 80 35mm at 35mm. Water resistance differs: Splash Resistant vs 100m (10 ATM).

Tissot sits in the lower tier

The Junghans Max Bill Chronoscope sits at $2,500–$5,000 and the Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 35mm at $500–$1,000. On the specs that outlast any price: the Max Bill Chronoscope uses Convex Hard Plexiglass (SICRALAN coated) with 48 Hours, against Sapphire Crystal and 80 Hours on the PRX Powermatic 80 35mm. Service intervals are typically 5-7 years for both.

Splash Resistant vs 100m (10 ATM)

The Max Bill Chronoscope is rated to Splash Resistant while the PRX Powermatic 80 35mm handles 100m (10 ATM). The PRX Powermatic 80 35mm offers superior water resistance.