Tissot Le Locle Powermatic 80 vs Hamilton Intra-Matic Auto

Both are dress watches in the upper tier. In short: the Hamilton Intra-Matic Auto takes more water (50m) — better with splashes, but neither is rated for regular swimming (100m). The Tissot Le Locle Powermatic 80 is automatic, 30m water resistance, 39mm, sapphire crystal; the Hamilton Intra-Matic Auto is automatic, 50m water resistance, 38mm, sapphire crystal.

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

Spec	Tissot Le Locle Powermatic 80	Hamilton Intra-Matic Auto
Movement	Automatic	Automatic
Water resistance	30m	50m
Case size	39mm	38mm
Crystal	sapphire	sapphire
Style	Dress	Dress
Price tier	Upper	Upper

Which should you buy?

The Hamilton Intra-Matic Auto takes more water (50m) — better with splashes, but neither is rated for regular swimming (100m).

Where to buy

Tissot Le Locle Powermatic 80See price on AmazonCheck price

Hamilton Intra-Matic AutoSee price on AmazonCheck price

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FAQ

What's the difference between the Tissot Le Locle Powermatic 80 and the Hamilton Intra-Matic Auto?
Both are dress watches in the upper tier. The Tissot Le Locle Powermatic 80 is automatic, 30m water resistance, 39mm, sapphire crystal; the Hamilton Intra-Matic Auto is automatic, 50m water resistance, 38mm, sapphire crystal.

Which has better water resistance, the Tissot Le Locle Powermatic 80 or the Hamilton Intra-Matic Auto?
The Hamilton Intra-Matic Auto, rated 50m, versus 30m on the other. Pick 100m or higher for swimming and 200m+ for diving.

Which is better value, the Tissot Le Locle Powermatic 80 or the Hamilton Intra-Matic Auto?
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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