Brand guide
How to adjust a Tissot watch band
The Tissot bracelets people size most, the PRX, the Gentleman and the Seastar 1000, use push pins that come out in the direction of a stamped arrow. They are not screwed. Reviewers of the Gentleman note exactly that: pins instead of screws, unlike Tissot's sister brand Omega.
The catch on Tissot is force, not mechanism. PRX pins in particular are very tight, and cheap pushers bend or break on them.
What each Tissot bracelet uses
| Model | Link system | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| PRX (35 and 40 mm, quartz and Powermatic 80) | Push pins with arrows | Very tight pins. Half links exist. Reviewers note there is no micro-adjust in the clasp |
| Gentleman | Pin and collar | Push with the arrow, refit against it. Butterfly clasp |
| Seastar 1000 (current) | Push pins with arrows | Clasp has micro-adjust holes. Some references have a diver extension |
| Seastar 2000, Le Locle, T-Classic | Not verified by us | Expect pins with arrows, but check for screw slots before you start |
Check anywayLook at the side of the link before you push anything. A stamped arrow on the inside means pin. A slot on the side means screw, and a pusher on a screw destroys the head. On the models above we found pins, but a ten second look costs nothing.
Removing links step by step
- Confirm it is a pin. Look for stamped arrows on the inside of the links and no slots on the sides.
- Count and plan. Pinch the slack and plan to remove links evenly on both sides of the clasp. On the PRX, half links near the clasp fine-tune the fit.
- Seat the link. Arrow down, link supported on both sides of the pin in a holder or press.
- Press the pin out with the arrow. Straight, steady force. On the PRX use a press or a quality pusher, not a thin punch.
- Keep collars with pins. On collared bracelets the collar sits in the middle link and drops free.
- Refit against the arrow. Collar first, then push the pin back until it sits flush.
The PRX problem: tight pins
PRX owners regularly report bent pusher tips and pins that will not move. The pins are simply seated very tightly. Two things help. First, a bracelet press or a threaded bench pusher that applies force in a straight line, instead of a loose punch and hammer. Second, a holder that supports the integrated links right next to the pin, so the force goes through the pin and not through the thin link wall. If a pin does not move with steady pressure, stop and have a jeweler do it. The PRX bracelet is the most visible part of the watch.
FAQ
Does the Tissot PRX bracelet use screws or pins?
Pins. The PRX links are held by push pins that come out in the direction of the arrow stamped on the inside of the link. They are tight, so use a proper pusher or bracelet press.
How do I remove links from a Tissot PRX?
Seat the link in a holder with the arrow facing down, press the pin out in the arrow direction, remove links evenly on both sides of the clasp, and press the pins back in against the arrow.
Why will my PRX pin not come out?
The pins are seated tightly and cheap pushers bend. Check you are pushing with the arrow, support the link right next to the pin and use a press. If it still does not move, have a jeweler do it.
Does the Tissot Gentleman bracelet have screws?
No. It uses pins and collars, pushed out in the arrow direction.