# Affordable watch model releases

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/affordable-watch-model-releases
> Updated: 2026-09-30T19:02:33.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Watch manufacturers have released new models in the affordable category, targeting collectors seeking high-end aesthetics at lower price points.

Tissot has expanded its PRX line with a new quartz-powered chronograph featuring a 41-mm stainless steel case and a vertically brushed dial. This model is priced significantly lower than the automatic version, retailing for approximately 495 euros or 525 dollars, and is available in silver, black, and blue dial variations. Additionally, the Seiko 5 Sports Field GMT has become available, featuring an inner 24-hour track, a date function, and an orange second-hour hand, priced at approximately 450 euros or 382 dollars at certain retailers.

## Claims

- Tissot released a new quartz-powered PRX Chronograph. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The new PRX quartz chronograph features a vertically brushed dial instead of a tapisserie-style dial. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The new quartz PRX chronograph is priced at approximately 495 euros or 525 dollars. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Seiko 5 Sports Field GMT watches are available for approximately 450 euros or 382 dollars. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The Seiko 5 Sports Field GMT includes an inner 24-hour track and an orange second-hour hand. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The PRX Quartz Chronograph is available in silver, black, and blue dial variations. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-30: Tissot and Seiko release new affordable watch models

Tissot and Seiko have released new affordable watch models, including a quartz-powered Tissot PRX chronograph and the Seiko 5 Sports Field GMT.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tissot-and-seiko-release-new-affordable-watch-models

### 2026-09-14: Tissot expands PRX collection with new quartz chronograph

Tissot has launched a new 41mm quartz chronograph version of its popular PRX collection, featuring three dial colors and a retail price of approximately 495 euros in Europe.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tissot-expands-prx-collection-with-new-quartz-chronograph

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