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Tissot Gentleman Powermatic 80 vs Oris Big Crown Pointer Date

Both are dress watches in the upper tier. In short: the Tissot Gentleman Powermatic 80 takes more water (100m) — the one to pick if you swim. The Tissot Gentleman Powermatic 80 is automatic, 100m water resistance, 40mm, sapphire crystal; the Oris Big Crown Pointer Date is automatic, 50m water resistance, 40mm, sapphire crystal.

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

SpecTissot Gentleman Powermatic 80Oris Big Crown Pointer Date
MovementAutomaticAutomatic
Water resistance100m50m
Case size40mm40mm
Crystalsapphiresapphire
StyleDressDress
Price tierUpperUpper

Which should you buy?

The Tissot Gentleman Powermatic 80 takes more water (100m) — the one to pick if you swim.

Where to buy

Tissot Gentleman Powermatic 80See price on AmazonCheck price

Oris Big Crown Pointer DateSee price on AmazonCheck price

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FAQ

What's the difference between the Tissot Gentleman Powermatic 80 and the Oris Big Crown Pointer Date?
Both are dress watches in the upper tier. The Tissot Gentleman Powermatic 80 is automatic, 100m water resistance, 40mm, sapphire crystal; the Oris Big Crown Pointer Date is automatic, 50m water resistance, 40mm, sapphire crystal.

Which has better water resistance, the Tissot Gentleman Powermatic 80 or the Oris Big Crown Pointer Date?
The Tissot Gentleman Powermatic 80, rated 100m, versus 50m on the other. Pick 100m or higher for swimming and 200m+ for diving.

Which is better value, the Tissot Gentleman Powermatic 80 or the Oris Big Crown Pointer Date?
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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