The 34mm Tissot Chemin des Tourelles Powermatic 80 proves that a smaller watch can carry just as much substance as a large one. In polished steel with a silver dial and matching bracelet, the T139.207.11.031.00 is an elegant, versatile automatic for slimmer wrists and for anyone who likes a discreet, jewelry-like fit.

The collection takes its name from Chemin des Tourelles, the street in Le Locle where Tissot established its factory in 1907, and the design follows that heritage with a round case, a gently domed sapphire crystal and faceted indexes that flash softly against the silver dial. A date window sits at six o’clock.

This is a genuine mechanical watch, not a fashion piece. The Powermatic 80 automatic movement, fitted with a Nivachron balance spring, offers up to 80 hours of reserve and can be admired through the see-through caseback. The case measures about 10.5mm thick with 18mm lugs, and it is water resistant to 50 meters.

Chemin des Tourelles Powermatic 80 34mm, ref. T139.207.11.031.00

• Case: 34mm 316L stainless steel, about 10.5mm thick, 18mm lugs
• Dial: silver with faceted indexes and date at 6
• Movement: Powermatic 80.111 automatic with Nivachron balance spring
• Power reserve: up to 80 hours
• Crystal: domed sapphire, anti-reflective
• Caseback: see-through
• Water resistance: 50m
• Bracelet: stainless steel with push-button clasp

Refined, compact and properly Swiss, this silver Chemin des Tourelles is a watch to wear every day and keep for years.