Tissot

Tissot Men's T34148352 Automatic PR 50 Watch

• Quality Automatic movement; Functions without a battery; Powers automatically with the movement of your arm
• Scratch-resistant-sapphire crystal
• Case diameter: 36 mm

Product Description

The Tissot Story

For more than 150 years, Tissot has embodied the innovation and tradition of Swiss watch-making. Based in the Neuchâtel area of the Jura Mountains, in Le Locle, Switzerland, Charles-Félicien Tissot and his son Charles-Emile created the watch making company Tissot in 1853. Whether in the technology of its movements, in the research for special materials or in the very functions of the watch itself, Tissot's engineers and watchmakers have developed pioneering timepieces over the years.

Some of Tissot's triumphs over the years include the the Idea 2001 (the world's first plastic watch) released in 1971, the Rock watch (which set the timepiece's movement in a stone case made from Swiss Alps granite) in 1985, and the Wood watch from 1988 (with a completely wooden case). Tissot uses the best movements (from ETA SA Manufacture Horlogère Suisse), the highest quality materials (316L steel, 18K gold, titanium) and scratch-proof glasses (sapphire crystal--at least 2500 Vickers).

The company has been involved with high profile sports events since 1974 when they sponsored a racing car in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, France. Since then Tissot's timepieces have been chosen as official timekeepers for world championships in cycling, motorcycling, fencing and ice hockey. And Tissot is currently the the official watch and timekeeper of NASCAR.

Tissot timepieces have been worn by a bevy of celebrities over the years--including Grace Kelly, Elvis Presley and Nelson Mandela--and James Stewart's character L.B. Jefferies wore a Tissot timepiece in Alfred Hitchcock's "Rear Window." Today the company is represented in a variety of sporting fields by English soccer star Michael Owen, IndyCar driver Danica Patrick, and MotoGP world champion Nicky Hayden. Today, Tissot is a member of the Swatch Group, the world's largest watch producer and distributor.

Product Description

Tissot Men's #T34148352

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6.6 x 4.7 x 3.3 inches ; 3.4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B000FBZLNK
• Item model number: T34148352
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #21,996 in Watches (See Top 100 in Watches)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Tissot Review, September 21, 2008

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Robert W. Canoy Jr. "R.W. Canoy Jr" (MS) - See all my reviews
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Good Product here, well worth the low price tag. I cannot think of another watch with a genuine swiss ETA 2824 automatic movement that is in this price range. Tissot has always to my knowledge made good products. Sapphire scratch free crystal is a huge plus.
Keeps pretty good time for an auto, mine gains probably a couple minutes every few weeks when left on a winder.
-Downsides, The band is not very thick and is pretty flimsy. Not a heavy substantial feeling watch, but if you like a light watch then this could be a plus. At 36mm case diameter it is definetely a smaller watch compared to the growing trend for these humongous 47mm+ dive watches. But there is no mistaking that this is anything but a dress/casual watch.
It is at 50ATM of water resistance what I would call splash proof, as in immune to rain splashes, and kitchen sinks for hand washing, but I would not fully immerge this watch or shower with it on. If you are wanting something to swim or shower with then you'll need to go with a dive watch.

Conclusion: FOR THE MONEY I give this product five stars. Its a well built case and very sharp looking. The swiss ETA movement means the second hand sweeps around the dial very smooth. The second hand sweep on this watch is about as smooth as a rolex sub. If you are looking for an entry level swiss auto then this is the watch for you.

11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Rolex quality without the bigotry, August 5, 2006

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Joe Smith "birdspy" (Massachusetts) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Tissot Men's T34148352 Automatic PR 50 Watch (Watch)

Hmm.. let's see:

Swiss 25-jewel ETA 2824-2 automatic movement
Scratch-resistant SAPPHIRE crystal
Tissot name you can trust
Swiss Made
5-year warranty

Where else are you going to find a real Swiss-made automatic watch for $160? The fit and finish of this watch is on the exact same level as that of my $1500 Omega Aqua Terra. Trust me you are not going to find another Swiss-made watch with a sapphire crystal and automatic ETA movement for this price anywhere.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great watch, lousy bracelet, December 10, 2007

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D. Allen "DQM" (Richmond VA, USA) - See all my reviews
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Excellent watch with a good crystal, easy to read display, and a very classic look.

The bracelet is fairly low quality though, and scratches easily. Expect that you'll replace the bracelet with something else. I have punished mine substantially. The watch itself looks great, and the bracelet, well, not so great.