Tissot

Tissot Men's T91148331 T-Sport PRS516 Automatic Stainless Steel Watch

• High-quality Swiss-Automatic movement; Functions without a battery; Powers automatically with the movement of your arm
• Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal; Stainless steel case and bracelet
• Day and Date function

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 #T91148331

Product Details

• Item Weight: 5.9 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000LEHK1C
• Item model number: T91148331
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #39,743 in Watches (See Top 100 in Watches)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Cheap it twice the price, November 2, 2007

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Clambuti "Ruud" (Australia) - See all my reviews

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This was a good find it has all the style and charm of the Explorer II without the massive price tag - very retro -It is obviously well made - I am very happy with it - Tissot certainly package their products well.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Tissot PRS516 Stainless Steel Automatic, April 8, 2010

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Arvey (Chicago) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Tissot Men's T91148331 T-Sport PRS516 Automatic Stainless Steel Watch (Watch)

The watch was received from JomaShop in the original box, in excellent condition, although very dusty. This model is my third Tissot Automatic watch, a brand offering excellent value in the area of style and automatic movement.

JomaShop is not an authorized Tissot dealer, so the factory warranty is invalid. JomaShop offers a one year warranty. This should not be a problem: my first Tissot (one of the Ballade models) was purchased about ten years ago and is running without fault.

The PRS516 is a very good looking sport watch resembling brands costing three times as much.

Do not expect quartz accuracy: the watch will either run slow or fast, about 4 or 5 minutes a week. But who cares when there is no need to change batteries.

There are, of course, better automatic Tissots one can buy, but not for 300 US$.

To summarize: very good looks and quality if you want a sporty watch.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Second Best Watch, April 23, 2009

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David Deruiter - See all my reviews
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I know what you are thinking, but let me explain. My favorite watch would have to be an Omega; however I can not afford one, I am sure, like many out there. This watch is affordable and awesome. It feels strong and well made. The design is excellent, especially the 3D look of the hands passing under the minute markers. The craftsmanship is topnotch. The automatic movement is steady. I wear the watch to work and take it off at home and put on my Seiko Kinetic. The Tissot keeps time accurately. I read tons of reviews on Tissot watches and have heard many great things. I had wanted to buy the T-Touch, but really did not need the features, and heard from many people that the T-Touch is a bit finicky.