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Strap Guide: Tissot PRX
Birth of the PRX
The Tissot PRX has one of the more interesting backstories in accessible watchmaking. Originally launched in 1978 under the Seastar name, quietly discontinued, and then revived in 2021 to an audience that clearly hadn't forgotten about it, the PRX arrived back on the scene at exactly the right moment. Integrated bracelet sports watches were everywhere, AP Royal Oaks were unobtainium, and suddenly here was Tissot offering that same architectural vocabulary at a price that didn't require a waiting list or a conversation with your bank manager.
It caught on immediately, and for good reason. The PRX is genuinely well-designed, sharp enough to turn heads, and versatile enough to wear in almost any situation. But there's a version of owning a PRX that most people haven't fully explored yet, and that's taking it off the bracelet entirely.
What makes the PRX a strap monster
The PRX's case design does a lot of the heavy lifting here. The integrated lug structure and the flat, wide case give it a strong enough silhouette that it doesn't need the bracelet to look complete. Where some integrated bracelet watches feel naked or unresolved without their original hardware, the PRX holds its shape well on an aftermarket strap.
The 40mm case sits comfortably on most wrists without feeling oversized, and the relatively slim profile means it transitions between casual and dressed-up settings with very little resistance. Put it on the right strap and the watch takes on an entirely different character without losing any of what made it appealing in the first place.
It's also worth noting that the original bracelet, while well-executed for the price, can wear warm in Singapore's heat. Swapping to leather or a more breathable material for daily use is a practical decision as much as an aesthetic one.
The original bracelet
Before getting into alternatives, it's worth acknowledging what Tissot shipped from the factory. The integrated bracelet on the 40mm PRX Powermatic 80 in Navy is a genuinely handsome piece of work. The H-link construction and brushed-polished finish combination gives it a presence that punches above the price point, and the integrated taper into the case is cleanly executed.
It's the default for a reason, and understanding why it works helps clarify what you're looking for when you deviate from it.
Lizard leather in black
This is probably the most surprising combination on this list, and the one that rewards the most attention.
Black lizard leather on a navy dial shouldn't feel as refined as it does, but the fine scale pattern of lizard adds a textural contrast that elevates the whole setup without screaming for attention. Navy and black is a pairing that formal dressing figured out decades ago, and it translates just as well here.
The result is a PRX that reads as genuinely dressy, more of an evening watch than its sports watch DNA might suggest. If you're wearing this to anything with a collar, it fits without compromise.
Alligator leather in pearl
The Ice Blue dial PRX is already the most elegant watch in the range, and pairing it with pearl alligator leather leans all the way into that.
Pearl alligator is an unusual choice because it doesn't try to be subtle about what it is. The sheen and scale definition of alligator leather at this colour is immediately noticeable, and on the ice blue dial, the cool tones play off each other in a way that feels intentional rather than accidental. This is a combination that has occasion written all over it.
It's also a reminder that the PRX Quartz doesn't deserve to live in the Powermatic 80's shadow. The thinner case profile of the quartz actually makes it more accommodating for formal settings, and with a strap like this, it more than holds its own.
Crocodile leather in dark green with red accents
This is the combination that takes the most confidence to pull off, and the one that makes the strongest impression when it lands.
Dark green crocodile is already a distinctive choice, the depth of the colour and the natural scale definition of crocodile leather giving it a richness that most straps simply can't match. The red accents push it further, adding a flash of contrast that stops the combination from feeling too serious. On the black dial Powermatic 80, the effect is striking without being garish, a watch that looks like it was put together with intention rather than assembled from defaults.
This is the PRX for the person who's done playing it safe. The crocodile leather will develop a patina over time that only makes the combination more interesting, and the red accents ensure it never fades quietly into the background.
TrimFIT rubber straps in white and orange
If the dark green crocodile is the combination that makes the strongest impression, the white or orange TrimFIT is the one you reach for because you're in exactly the right mood.
The TrimFIT is a rubber strap with a slim, tapered profile that sits flush against the wrist in a way that feels purpose-built for the PRX's integrated aesthetic. On the black dial Powermatic 80, the TrimFIT in white and orange are loud choices that somehow avoid being obnoxious. The white keeps it clean while the orange adds enough energy to make the combination feel deliberate, and the black dial anchors everything so it doesn't tip over into casual territory.
This is the PRX you wear on a Saturday when you want the watch to do some of the talking. It's sporty without being a dive watch, colourful without being costume jewellery, and the rubber construction means Singapore's humidity is entirely its problem and not yours.
Which one to go for
The bracelet stays on if you're after the full integrated sports watch experience, and there's no shame in that. It's what the watch was designed around, and it does that job well.
The black lizard is for the person who wants to surprise themselves with how dressed-up a PRX can look. The pearl alligator is for occasions where the watch needs to carry itself in more formal company. The dark green crocodile with red accents is for the person who wants their strap to say somethin. The white and orange Trimfit is for the days when you want a bit more personality on your wrist without sacrificing the PRX's inherent sharpness.
Final thoughts
The Tissot PRX is one of those watches that tends to stop at one, and not because people get bored of it. It's because it genuinely works across more contexts than it has any right to. The right strap doesn't change that, it just opens up a few more rooms the watch was always capable of walking into.
