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Frederique Constant Slimline Automatic vs Tissot Chemin des Tourelles Powermatic 80

Both are dress watches in the upper tier. In short: the Tissot Chemin des Tourelles Powermatic 80 takes more water (50m) — better with splashes, but neither is rated for regular swimming (100m). The Frederique Constant Slimline Automatic is automatic, 30m water resistance, 40mm, sapphire crystal; the Tissot Chemin des Tourelles Powermatic 80 is automatic, 50m water resistance, 39mm, sapphire crystal.

Last verified 2026-06-27 · specs from manufacturer data · tier = price band, confirm the live price at the retailer

SpecFrederique Constant Slimline AutomaticTissot Chemin des Tourelles Powermatic 80
MovementAutomaticAutomatic
Water resistance30m50m
Case size40mm39mm
Crystalsapphiresapphire
StyleDressDress
Price tierUpperUpper

Which should you buy?

The Tissot Chemin des Tourelles Powermatic 80 takes more water (50m) — better with splashes, but neither is rated for regular swimming (100m).

Where to buy

Frederique Constant Slimline AutomaticSee price on AmazonCheck price

Tissot Chemin des Tourelles Powermatic 80See price on AmazonCheck price

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FAQ

What's the difference between the Frederique Constant Slimline Automatic and the Tissot Chemin des Tourelles Powermatic 80?
Both are dress watches in the upper tier. The Frederique Constant Slimline Automatic is automatic, 30m water resistance, 40mm, sapphire crystal; the Tissot Chemin des Tourelles Powermatic 80 is automatic, 50m water resistance, 39mm, sapphire crystal.

Which has better water resistance, the Frederique Constant Slimline Automatic or the Tissot Chemin des Tourelles Powermatic 80?
The Tissot Chemin des Tourelles Powermatic 80, rated 50m, versus 30m on the other. Pick 100m or higher for swimming and 200m+ for diving.

Which is better value, the Frederique Constant Slimline Automatic or the Tissot Chemin des Tourelles Powermatic 80?
Both sit in the upper tier, so it comes down to movement, water resistance and case size — see the spec table above.

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