This vintage pocket watch is from Tissot – the Swiss brand that everybody knows. The dial has an interesting mod-type design in a rare solid stainless steel case, this alloy is difficult to handle in production and solid steel cases were 2-3 times more expensive than chrome plated brass cases during the period that this timepiece was made. The case has an interestingly shaped ring, which adds to the 50’s vibe of the whole design.
Key Features
Stylish pocket watch with high grade movement finishing, beige-tone dial, a particularly large timepiece at 47 mm! The model code 982-9 is stamped inside the caseback, while the serial number 3531685 points to a 1956 production year. This watch is sleek and fashionable, and in very good condition.
About the Brand
Tissot SA is a Swiss luxury brand, founded in Le Locle, Switzerland by Charles-Félicien Tissot and his son, Charles-Émile Tissot, in 1853. Tissot merged with watch company Omega SA in 1930, forming SSIH (Société Suisse pour l’Industrie Horlogère), and Tissot-Omega watches from this era are much sought after by collectors. Tissot is an official timekeeper for the world championships in cycling, motorcycling, fencing and ice hockey, and was also a sponsor for the Formula One car-racing teams Lotus, Renault, and Sauber.
Servicing and Guarantee
This timepiece has been serviced with full disassembly in our Bristol workshop. There is a 12-month guarantee, subject to the usage and care guidelines.
Overview
Case
- Rare, solid stainless steel case with rounded edges.
- Original crystal.
- Snap caseback.
- Small, modern styled steel crown.
Dimensions:
- Width 47.5 mm.
- Height 57 mm.
Dial and Hands
- Original cream-tone dial.
- Stylised numerals with curling font.
- “Tissot” signature in cursive font, overlined from the ‘T’.
- Small seconds subdial.
- Mirror steel ‘leaf’ style hands.
- Small ‘leaf’ style seconds hand.
Movement
- Swiss-made movement.
- Tissot 40.5 calibre.
- 15 jewels.
- Matte finished plates and bridges.
- Sunburst grinded steel wheels.
Testing Results
- Testing duration: 2 weeks, face up.
- Average timekeeping range: 10-20 sec/day.
Servicing and Guarantee
- Fully serviced with disassembly in our Bristol shop.
- Mechanics in full working order – has passed preventative maintenance and testing.
- 12-month warranty.
- Guarantee Terms and Conditions.
Links and Resources:
Tissot Company History (official website).
Similar 2.0111 Jaeger-LeCoultre Stainless Steel Pocket Watch (Comparison image included in gallery).
Advert Scans of Vintage Tissot Watches.
